Best Chicken Dry Rub (EASY Seasoning)

Searching for the best Chicken Dry Rub for Smoking, Grilling, or Oven Baking?  You just found it!

I know you’ll also love this crowd-pleasing Taco Seasoning and this off-the-charts amazing Steak Seasoning!

Chicken Dry Rub Recipe

It’s true, this quick and easy Chicken Dry Rub recipe is so versatile, it may be the only dry rub you’ll ever need!

You’ll love the irresistible blend of fresh and savory flavors, with just the right amount of heat.

Alexa writes: “The BEST dry chicken thigh rub ever – it is SO easy and SO delicious!”

When you start with the Best Chicken Dry Rub, the possibilities are almost limitless!

This is the best dry chicken rub for the oven, the grill and even your Crock Pot!  Just add some to your chicken before grilling or baking… and get ready for a tastebud pleasing flavor party!

A good rub recipe also doesn’t require expensive ingredients.

Trust me… once you try it, you’ll never go back to those store bought mixes again! Homemade Seasoning Recipes are such a great way to save money and they taste so much better.

Plus, it’s really nice knowing exactly what ingredients are going into your dinner!

With this dry chicken rub you can rest assured knowing there are no added fillers, and that you can control all of the ingredients. You can even tweak the recipe to make the flavors exactly the way you like!

So are you ready to give your next dinner a tantalizing flavor upgrade?

It really doesn’t get much easier than this!

Here’s what you’ll need to get started…

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Chicken Dry Rub Ingredients

You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Chicken Dry Rub!

Here’s what you need to grab from your spice rack… or on your next trip to the grocery store!

• Brown Sugar
• Salt
• Garlic Powder
• Chili Powder
• Paprika
• Onion Powder
• Oregano – try this tip for How to Dry Oregano

That’s it.  You’ll just need 7 simple ingredients to create this glorious chicken rub.

Save even more money when you round up your Bulk Spices from Sam’s Club or Costco!

How Do You Bake Chicken Without Drying It Out?

I have found two secrets for keeping chicken packed full of juicy, delicious flavor!

1. Soaking your chicken in a brine before applying your rub.

2. Baking your chicken at a higher temp for less time.

What Does Brining Do To Chicken?

I recommend using a brine before baking or grilling a lean meat like chicken.

It will help to tenderize your chicken and lock in all that juicy goodness.

How Do You Brine Chicken Breast?

When using 4 regular sized chicken breast, add 1/4 cup salt and 4 cups of warm water (not hot water) to a large bowl.  Stir to combine most of the salt with the water.

Then add your chicken breasts to the brine for 15 – 30 minutes.  (Add more water & salt as necessary, to ensure the chicken is completely submerged.)

Next remove chicken from brine and rinse in cold water.

Pat dry each chicken breast with paper towels before generously coating both sides of the chicken with your dry rub.

How Long Do You Bake Chicken Breast?

For baking, I like to use a higher temp and a shorter cook time. This helps to lock in all that juicy goodness and to create a beautiful crust.

1. Preheat your oven.

2. Then, coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

3. Add your chicken breasts to the baking dish.

4. Bake your chicken as instructed in the recipe card below. I recommend using a digital cooking thermometer to verify the internal temperature of your chicken is 165 degrees.

5. Once your chicken is out of the oven, make sure to allow it to rest to achieve the very best flavors.  Lightly cover your baking dish with aluminum foil and allow the chicken to rest for 5 – 10 minutes before serving.

That’s it.  So easy!!

How Long Do You Grill Chicken Breasts?

For grilling, I use a thin sliced or flattened chicken breast.  If you need to flatten your chicken breast, do this step before you add your chicken breast to the brine.

To flatten your chicken breast to an even thickness, simply place it between two large pieces of plastic wrap.

Then using the flat side of a meat mallet or tenderizer, gently pound your chicken breast, starting in the middle.

After the brine has completed and rub has been applied (see Brine Instructions above), grill your chicken on the grill outside (as instructed in the recipe card below), or on a grill pan inside.

How To Use This Chicken Dry Rub

In addition to using this chicken rub recipe on chicken breasts, you can also use it with this Crockpot Whole Chicken Recipe!

Chicken Dry Rub Reviews

Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Chicken Rub…

J. writes: “Great flavor”

M. writes: “I have tried this on chicken in the oven….Loved it. You can definitely try this mixture. I would recommend it for sure”

Maryse writes: “Delicious!!! My new go to rub 🙂 ”

Kim writes: “Have made multiple times and will continue to use. Sweet, spicy, and delicious.”

Kathy writes: “Excellent on baked chicken wings!”

Christine writes: “Taste good & easy to make!”

Lyrica writes: “Fantastic! Used on thighs in the Traeger. Great and easy rub.”

Alexa writes: “The BEST dry chicken thigh rub ever – it is SO easy and SO delicious!”

Cindy writes: “I made with skinless thighs. It was so good, my son who doesn’t eat dark meat said it smelled so good and next thing I know he’s eating some! 😀 ”

Elizabeth writes: “We put it on all our veggies and meats!”

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