If you’re looking for a chicken wing recipe that is juicy, flavourful, crispy and healthy, this chicken wing rub recipe is made for you !
When you think wings, the first thing coming into your mind is certainly deep fried spicy chicken wings we can find in fast foods. This baked chicken wing rub recipe is healthier, and as much delicious if not better !
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Why do I love this recipe ?
For me the best part about this chicken wing rub recipe is that it is healthy, tasty and so easy to make, you just have to grab some chicken wings at the closest butcher, put in some spices and put in the oven, and you can enjoy !
You can eat them with a homemade ranch sauce, or any other sauce you like. They are the perfect meal or snack with a good movie.
What Is a dry rub ?
A dry rub designs a mixture of herbs, spices, salt and sugar that is rubbed on chicken or meat before cooking. Dry rub is composed only of dry ingredients unlike marinades which can contain liquids like oil or lemon juice.
Dry rub have been used in different cultures for centuries to cook meat and chicken. For example, in the 1600s, in the Caribbean they used to prepare jerk-style rubs with thyme, chili and other spices to add flavour to the meat.
Also in North Africa and Middle East countries, they have ready dry spice blends such as ”ras el hanout” or ”baharat”, they use these mixtures to spice all kind of meals.
In the United-states dry rubs became famous around the 19th century through Southern barbecue particularly in Memphis and Texas where pitmasters (People specialised in smoking meats and barbecuing) make perfect spice blends using sugar, chili, paprika, and herbs for chicken, ribs and brisket.
Then from the 20th century, dry rubs had spread around the world and nowadays it is used in meats and oven baked chicken rub recipes.
Ingredients
Here is all you need to prepare the chicken wing rub recipe :
- Chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon Oregano
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Chicken seasonings
How to prepare the chicken wing rub recipe ?
Marinate your chicken wings with the dry rub
In a bowl, mix your wings with 1 tablespoon Brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Paprika, 1/2 tablespoon Oregano, 1 tablespoon Chili powder, 1 tablespoon Onion powder, 1 tablespoon Onion powder, 1/2 tablespoon Garlic powder, 1 tablespoon Cumin, and 1 tablespoon Chicken seasonings.
TIP : Let the rub sit on the chicken for at least 1 hour, overnight if you can.
Cook your wings
Spread your chicken wings on an oven dish, Bake the wings at 180°C for 20–30 minutes until they get golden.
FAQ : Chicken wing rub recipe
What spices go well with wings?
Wings pair beautifully with balanced flavors: sweet (brown sugar), smoky (paprika), aromatic herbs (oregano), savory (onion & garlic powder), warm spice (cumin), and heat (chili powder). You can also experiment with thyme, smoked paprika, coriander, or cayenne for added complexity.
How long to leave dry rub on chicken wings?
Letting the rub rest on wings for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the fridge, deepens flavor. Some cooks even leave it for a weekend; just avoid drying the surface too much by loosely covering.
What makes a good chicken rub?
A great rub balances five flavor pillars sweet (brown sugar), salty, spicy (chili powder), savory (garlic/onion), and aromatic herbs (oregano, paprika). Use fresh, quality spices and adjust ratios based on taste and how the rub complements the cooking method.
How long should dry rub sit on chicken?
Best results come from 4 hours to overnight marination for flavor depth. If short on time, even 30 minutes helps. Use refrigeration for safety and flavor development.
What are common mistakes when using chicken rubs?
Using too little rub, leaving wings bland. Not patting wings dry first, so the rub doesn’t stick. Using old or stale spices, which lose flavor. Adding too much salt, overpowering other flavors. Cooking at too low a temperature, preventing crisp skin.
How to get a dry rub to stick to chicken?
Pat wings completely dry before applying the rub. Lightly coat them with oil or mustard to act as a binder. Press the rub gently into the meat so it adheres evenly. Let the wings rest 20–30 minutes before cooking to help the rub set.
chicken wing rub recipe
Ingredients
- Chicken wings
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon Oregano
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Chicken seasonings
Instructions
Marinate your chicken wings with the dry rub
- In a bowl, mix your wings with 1 tablespoon Brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Paprika, 1/2 tablespoon Oregano, 1 tablespoon Chili powder, 1 tablespoon Onion powder, 1 tablespoon Onion powder, 1/2 tablespoon Garlic powder, 1 tablespoon Cumin, and 1 tablespoon Chicken seasonings.
- TIP : Let the rub sit on the chicken for at least 1 hour, overnight if you can.
Cook your wings
- Spread your chicken wings on an oven dish, Bake the wings at 180°C for 20–30 minutes until they get golden.