Step 1

For the brine, whisk together the salt, sugar and water in a large bowl until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved

Step 2

Submerge the chicken wings in the brine for 45 minutes, then drain and set aside

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 325°F

Step 4

For the rub, mix together all of the ingredients in a large bowl

Step 5

Add the wings and toss to coat, then arrange the wings on a sheet pan (use a rack, if you have one)

Step 6

Bake for 50 minutes

Step 7

Meanwhile, make the glaze

Step 8

Process all of the ingredients in a blender until smooth, then set aside and make the dip

Step 9

Mix together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl, then set aside

Step 10

Preheat a grill to medium-low heat

Step 11

Toss the baked wings in the glaze until evenly coated, then grill them for 6 minutes per side

Step 12

Serve the wings with the dip