Smoky Chipotle Wings

When you first taste the rub for these smoky chipotle wings you might think they’ll come out super spicy. Well, no actually.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword smoky, spicy, wings

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 45

Servings

Calories 530kcal

Ingredients

For the wings

3-4 pounds chicken wings flats and drumettes separated, tips saved to make stock
3 tablespoons Smoky Chipotle Rub from below, divided

For the Smoky Chipotle Rub (makes more than you'll need)

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chipotle chili pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon ground mustard
½ tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Instructions

For the wings

Cook wings as desired. Click here for our guide on cooking wings in a grill, smoker, deep fryer, oven, air fryer or a Char-Broil Big Easy.
Toss wings in seasoning before serving.

For the Smoky Chipotle Rub

Combine all ingredients. Store leftover rub in an airtight container.

Notes

I prefer to season my wings immediately after cooking them. The seasoning will stick to the surface of the hot wings better than if you wait until they cool off.

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