Description
A bold, smoky BBQ chicken rub made from pantry spices like brown sugar, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Perfect for grilling, baking, or air frying chicken with delicious flavor and a caramelized crust.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1½ teaspoons kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
Instructions
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In a small bowl, mix all the dry spices until evenly combined.
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Rub the mixture directly onto the chicken, covering all sides.
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Let the chicken rest for at least 30 minutes in the fridge, or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
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Cook the chicken by grilling, baking, or air frying until done and the rub has caramelized.
Notes
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Store extra rub in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
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Works great on chicken thighs, wings, and drumsticks.
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Try pairing it with grilled veggies or BBQ pasta salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 lbs of chicken
- Calories: 72 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 1410 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg