Description
Crispy, spicy, and incredibly flavorful — these Air Fryer Spicy Dry Rub Wings are a must-try for any wing lover. Made with a smoky, bold seasoning and no messy sauces, this is the perfect easy dinner, game day snack, or quick party food that’s ready in under 30 minutes. If you’re on the hunt for high-protein food ideas with a spicy kick, this one’s for you. It’s also one of the best air fryer recipes you’ll make on repeat!
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
3. Add wings to a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat evenly.
4. Sprinkle the dry rub over the wings and mix until each wing is well coated.
5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
6. Arrange wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
7. Cook for 10 minutes, flip the wings, then cook for another 10–12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Be sure to dry the wings thoroughly to maximize crispiness.
Use parchment liners if your air fryer basket tends to stick.
Adjust spice levels to your liking by reducing cayenne or adding hot sauce after cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: air fryer wings, spicy chicken wings, dry rub wings, easy dinner, party food, game day snacks