Bbq Chicken Rub
Transform your grilled or roasted chicken into a barbecue masterpiece with this bold and flavorful BBQ Chicken Rub! This quick-to-make seasoning blend combines smoky paprika, sweet brown sugar, and a perfect balance of savory spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of heat from cayenne and chili powders. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile rub is ideal for enhancing the natural flavor of chicken while adding a delectable caramelized crust on the grill or in the oven. With a subtle kick from mustard powder and the flexibility to use it on other meats, this BBQ rub is a must-have for any barbecue enthusiast. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight meals, it’s easily stored in an airtight container for up to 3 months, ensuring you’re always grill-ready.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and mustard powder.
Mix all the spices together thoroughly to ensure they are evenly distributed.
Store the BBQ Chicken Rub in an airtight container or spice jar for up to 3 months.
To use, rub the mixture generously over chicken (or other meats) before grilling, smoking, or roasting.
For best results, let the rub sit on the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking, or refrigerate for up to 8 hours to allow the flavors to fully penetrate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1844 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 601 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
