Dry Rub Smoked Wings Recipe
Make Dry Rub Smoked Wings Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Rub Ingredients
Chicken Wings
Method
Prepare the Dry Rub
- 1
Mix the Dry Rub Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Stir well until all ingredients are fully blended.
Prepare the Wings
- 2
Clean and Dry the Wings
Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Make sure they are completely dry to ensure the rub sticks better.
- 3
Coat Wings with Olive Oil
Place the dried chicken wings in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss the wings until they are evenly coated.
- 4
Apply the Dry Rub
Sprinkle the prepared dry rub generously over the wings. Use your hands to massage the rub into the wings, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.
Smoke the Wings
- 5
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) using your preferred wood chips for smoking, such as hickory or applewood.
- 6
- 7
Smoke the Wings
Smoke the chicken wings for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and have a beautiful smoky flavor.
Serve the Wings
- 8
Remove and Rest
Once cooked, remove the wings from the smoker and let them rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- 9
Serve and Enjoy
Serve the smoked wings hot, with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, such as ranch or blue cheese dressing.
