Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings and Ribs (Broiler Method)
Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings and Ribs (Broiler Method)
Ingredients
For the Proteins
- 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
- 2 pounds pork ribs, cut into individual pieces, membrane removed
For the Spice Mix
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons spicy salt blend, (or 1 tablespoon coarse salt mixed with 1 teaspoon chili flakes and 1 teaspoon dried herbs)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, plus more as needed
For Serving
- 2 cups carrot sticks
- 1 cup creamy dip, such as ranch or blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your broiler to high. Position an oven rack about 6-8 inches from the broiler element.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 500
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, spicy salt blend, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Prepare the ribs: If the membrane is still on the back of the pork ribs, carefully peel it off. This helps with tenderness and seasoning absorption. Cut the ribs into individual pieces.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, add the prepared pork ribs and chicken wings. Sprinkle the spice mix generously over the meat. Using your hands, thoroughly mix and massage the seasoning into the ribs and wings, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Arrange the seasoned ribs and chicken wings in a single layer on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Ensure there is some space between pieces for even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Place the baking sheet with the meat under the preheated broiler. Broil for 10-15 minutes, or until the first side is nicely browned and crispy. Keep a close eye on the meat to prevent burning, as broilers can vary in intensity.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 500
- 7
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Using tongs, flip each piece of chicken and rib to the other side. Return to the broiler and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the second side is browned, crispy, and the meat is cooked through. If desired, sprinkle a little more salt or black pepper during this stage.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 500
- 8
While the meat is broiling, prepare the serving accompaniments. Place the carrot sticks in a serving dish. Pour the creamy dip into a small bowl and top with chopped chives.
⏱️ 5 min
- 9
Once cooked, transfer the hot chicken wings and ribs to a large serving platter. Arrange them attractively, perhaps layering the wingettes and flats separately. Serve immediately with the carrot sticks and chive-topped creamy dip.
⏱️ 3 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings and Ribs (Broiler Method)
For the Proteins
- 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
- 2 pounds pork ribs, cut into individual pieces, membrane removed
For the Spice Mix
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons spicy salt blend, (or 1 tablespoon coarse salt mixed with 1 teaspoon chili flakes and 1 teaspoon dried herbs)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, plus more as needed
For Serving
- 2 cups carrot sticks
- 1 cup creamy dip, such as ranch or blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your broiler to high. Position an oven rack about 6-8 inches from the broiler element.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 500 - 2
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, spicy salt blend, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Prepare the ribs: If the membrane is still on the back of the pork ribs, carefully peel it off. This helps with tenderness and seasoning absorption. Cut the ribs into individual pieces.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
In a large mixing bowl, add the prepared pork ribs and chicken wings. Sprinkle the spice mix generously over the meat. Using your hands, thoroughly mix and massage the seasoning into the ribs and wings, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Arrange the seasoned ribs and chicken wings in a single layer on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet. Ensure there is some space between pieces for even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Place the baking sheet with the meat under the preheated broiler. Broil for 10-15 minutes, or until the first side is nicely browned and crispy. Keep a close eye on the meat to prevent burning, as broilers can vary in intensity.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 500 - 7
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Using tongs, flip each piece of chicken and rib to the other side. Return to the broiler and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the second side is browned, crispy, and the meat is cooked through. If desired, sprinkle a little more salt or black pepper during this stage.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 500 - 8
While the meat is broiling, prepare the serving accompaniments. Place the carrot sticks in a serving dish. Pour the creamy dip into a small bowl and top with chopped chives.
⏱️ 5 min - 9
Once cooked, transfer the hot chicken wings and ribs to a large serving platter. Arrange them attractively, perhaps layering the wingettes and flats separately. Serve immediately with the carrot sticks and chive-topped creamy dip.
⏱️ 3 min