Grilled Southern-Style BBQ Chicken Wings with Smoky Dry Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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Juicy chicken wings grilled to perfection with a smoky, spiced dry rub that brings bold Southern barbecue flavors to your backyard. This Southern American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken wings, smoked paprika, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Southern American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs, split and tips removed chicken wings
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper to create a dry rub.
Step 2: Pat 2 lbs chicken wings dry with paper towels. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and rub the spice mixture evenly over each wing, ensuring full coverage. Let rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Arrange wings on the grill grate and cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes, until the skin is crisp and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: Remove wings from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or side.