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Epic Dry-Rubbed Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Epic Dry-Rubbed Baked Chicken Wings are crispy, flavorful, and coated in a bold blend of spices. Baked to perfection (no frying required!), they’re the ultimate game-day snack, party appetizer, or crowd-pleasing dinner. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for wings that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside—without the guilt!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Wings:

  • 2 lbs (900 g) chicken wings, split and tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Dry Rub:

  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

For Serving (Optional):

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Ranch, blue cheese dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce
  • Lime or lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top (this helps the wings crisp evenly).

2. Prepare the wings:

  • Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels (the drier the skin, the crispier the wings).
  • Place wings in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat evenly.

3. Mix the dry rub:

  • In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar (if using).
  • Sprinkle the dry rub evenly over the wings, tossing until fully coated.

4. Bake the wings:

  • Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
  • For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.

5. Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with dipping sauces and lemon or lime wedges.



Notes

  • For extra crispy wings, let them air-dry in the refrigerator (uncovered) for 1 hour before baking.
  • Swap cayenne for chipotle powder for a smoky heat.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days—reheat in the oven at 190°C (375°F) for best results.