Add some flavor to your meals with this homemade chicken seasoning. Made with nine herbs and spices, this dry rub is an easy way to elevate any chicken dinner.
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When it comes to adding flavor to a dish, you can't go wrong with a homemade seasoning mix. This dry spice and herb mix is a wonderful way to season chicken and it's super quick to make a batch.
This recipe yields enough to season one whole chicken, but it's super easy to multiply the recipe to make a big batch to have on hand whenever you need.
Be sure to check out my other homemade seasoning recipes.
How to make chicken seasoning
Simply add the ingredients to a small bowl and mix together until well combined.
How to use it
You can rub this spice straight onto a whole chicken or chicken breasts or thighs before cooking. You can also mix with a little oil or melted butter to help to get the chicken skin nice and crispy.
This seasoning rub can be used on beef or pork as well and it's delicious sprinkled over vegetables before roasting.
How long does it keep?
This spice mix has a pretty good shelf life if you want to make a big batch. Store it in an air tight container in a cool and dark cupboard and it will keep well for up to 6 months depending on the freshness of your ingredients.
Make it to your taste
I use a little cayenne in this seasoning to give it some spice. If you are particularly sensitive to heat you can reduce the amount or omit it completely. Likewise, if you like your chicken on the spicy side, feel free to add in a little extra.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Use 3-4 tablespoon for a 4lb chicken.
- I like to add 3 tablespoon of olive oil or butter to seasoning before roasting a whole chicken.
- Store in a cool dark place in an airtight container
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Chicken Seasoning
Ingredients
Instructions
- Whisk ingredients until incorporated. Use to season chicken, vegetables, or any other protein.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use 3-4 tablespoon for a 4lb chicken.
- I like to add 3 tablespoon of olive oil or butter to seasoning before roasting a whole chicken.
- Store in a cool dark place in an airtight container
Judy says
You mentioned 11/2 tsp kosher salt, I don’t understand this measurement can you explain it to me please and thank you.
Tanya says
Hi Judy, it should say 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt. I've updated the recipe card to reflect that. Thanks so much.