It couldn't be easier to make this Chicken Wing Rub for Smoking. This is the best way to season delicious chicken wings for great flavor and taste. This simple rub recipe makes the perfect party wings!

If this is your first time making your own rub, this recipe is a great choice. The bold flavors stand strong during the smoking process of the wings, making it an excellent choice for party food options for sharing with family and friends.
I love the smoky flavor of this homemade dry rub because it pairs perfectly with the tender chicken. You can add this to crispy smoked chicken wings, whole chicken wings, and even add this spice rub to wing sauce as well. It's an easy way to create an epic chicken wing recipe easily.
Be sure to check out my Coffee Brisket Rub Recipe for another fun and unique taste.
Ingredients
- Smoked paprika - You can also use paprika if you don't have smoked paprika.
- Brown sugar - This adds sweetness to the dry rub.
- Garlic powder - For flavor.
- Onion powder - For flavor.
- Black pepper - You could also use white pepper as well.
- Salt - For flavor.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make This Chicken Wing Rub for Smoking
Step One: Mix all the ingredients together in a small jar with a lid.
Step Two: Shake to combine, then add to the chicken meat.
Top tip
You can actually apply this simple rub recipe both before you cook the chicken, and after. This is an easy way to double the flavor! You can season whole wings so that every portion of this dry rub recipe coats the entire chicken wing.
Variations
- Flavor - Adding cayenne pepper to the dry rub recipe is a great way to add heat. You can also add chili powder or red pepper flakes.
I also love making these Smoked Turkey Wings when the craving strikes!
Equipment
You can use a large bowl to mix together the spices, or a jar. Depending on how you want to cook your wings, you'll need a pellet grill, electric smoker, or gas grill. You can always make the wings in numerous ways to see what you prefer.
Storage
You may not use this simple seasoning all at once. Just store the leftover dry rub in an airtight container or jar and keep it in the same location as the rest of your spices. Avoid direct sunlight or heat.
Common Questions
Using an instant-read thermometer is your best bet. Once the wings are fully cooked, insert the tip of the thermometer into the chicken wings, away from the bone. As long as the thermometer reads 165 degrees, the chicken should be fully cooked and ready to serve.
The best wings can be eaten with or without dip. Blue cheese dressing is always popular, but you can also dip them into barbecue sauce as well. Don't forget to pair the wings with celery sticks and carrot sticks to round out the meal.
Absolutely. The best part about making this simple dry rub recipe is that it can be used on crispy wings, smoked wings, fried wings, and more. It's really versatile and really does help to create the best-smoked chicken wings. Have fun with the cooking process and see what you like the best.
These are a meal on their own. You can make a side salad for something light, or even pair it with fresh veggies and fruit.
If you are serving this as an appetizer, cutting up some cheese cubes is a nice touch. These would also be delicious to pair with a charcuterie board or snack board.
Don't forget that dipping sauces are a great way to round out the flavor and look of these chicken wings.
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Recipe
Chicken Wing Rub for Smoking
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients in a small jar with a lid.
- Shake thoroughly to mix.
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