Entrée: United States – Cajun Dry-Rub Chicken Wings

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 40 min

Additional 25 min

Total 1 hr 5 min

Ingredients

2 lb (900 g) chicken wings
1 tbsp (15 ml) smoked paprika
2 tsp (10 ml) cayenne pepper
1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme
1 tsp (5 ml) dried oregano
1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder
1 tsp (5 ml) onion powder
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
1 / 2 tsp (2.5 ml) black pepper
1 tbsp (15 ml) neutral oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) with a rack on a baking sheet, or heat grill to medium-high.
2. Mix paprika, cayenne, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
3. Pat wings dry, toss with oil, then coat thoroughly with the Cajun rub. Let sit 20–30 minutes (or refrigerate up to overnight).
4. Bake 35–45 minutes on the rack, turning once, until crisp and cooked through; or grill 12–16 minutes, turning frequently until nicely charred.
5. Serve immediately. Offer celery and a cooling dip on the side if desired.