Smoky, Brown Sugar Cajun Wings
Level up your game day spread with these Smoky, Brown Sugar Cajun Wings. Intensely savory with a hint of smoke & the perfect amount of deep flavor thanks to C&H® Dark Brown Sugar.
Ingredients
- p>3 tablespoons c&h® dark brown sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoonssmoked paprika
- 1 tablespoonfine kosher salt
- 1 ½ tablespoonsgarlic powder
- ½ tablespoonancho chili powder
- 1 tablespoonground black pepper
- 1 tablespoononion powder
- ½ tablespoondried oregano
- ½ tablespoondried thyme
- 5 poundschicken wings
- 41/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 tablespoonsbaking powder
- 4 tablespoonsbutter
Directions
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Step 1 Prepare dry rub by combining C&H® Dark Brown Sugar, smoked paprika, fine kosher salt, garlic powder, ancho chili powder, ground black pepper, onion powder, dried oregano & dried thyme. Set aside. . Step 2 Pat the wings dry. Lightly drizzle with 2 - 2 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil. Coat with baking powder followed by 3 - 3 1/2 tablespoons of prepared dry rub. Ensure that the wings are well coated.. Step 3 Grease & preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Once hot, place the wings in the air-fryer & cook for 18 - 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Ensure that the air-fryer basket is not overcrowded; cook in batches if necessary.. Step 4 While the wings cook, prepare the glaze. In a skillet, melt the butter on low heat, add 5 tablespoons of the rub & whisk well to combine. Remove from heat & add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Whisk again. Add additional dry rub &/or salt, to taste.. Step 5 Add the wings to a bowl, drizzle with sauce & toss well to coat. Air fry again for 2 - 3 minutes at 400°F or until sugar caramelizes. Serve hot & pair with your favorite dipping sauce.