Perfect Smoked Chicken Rub
This smoked chicken rub is heavy with paprika and brown sugar. It's wonderful for poultry, including chicken and turkey, and also great for pork!As written, this dry rub recipe yields about 4 tablespoons of spice rub. You need about 1 tablespoon of dry rub per pound of meat.This recipe should be gluten-free, but if it's a concern for you, I recommend purchasing the ingredients from certified gluten-free spice companies, such as Simply Organic.If you have leftover rub, store it in an airtight container in a dry, cool space.Look for suggestions on how to modify this recipe above this recipe card!
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons paprika, preferably smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons black pepper, or white pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Equipment
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Apply to your favorite meat before cooking.
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Notes
Smoked paprika is great if you have it on hand! Otherwise, use regular paprika.
If you don't like spicy foods, add just a dash of cayenne pepper instead of the amount called for. Or, you can omit it altogether!
Reduce the salt to 1-2 teaspoons if you need a lower-sodium option!
Serving: 1, Calories: 18kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 0.5g, Fat: 0.2g, Saturated Fat: 0.1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 1747mg, Potassium: 57mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 610IU, Vitamin C: 0.5mg, Calcium: 16mg, Iron: 1mg
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