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    Jul 30, 2024

    Best Chicken Seasoning Recipe

    Published on Jul 30, 2024. Updated on Sep 5, 2024. By Tayo. This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure. 6 Comments

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    Say hello to flavorful chicken every time with this super easy homemade chicken seasoning mix! It's perfect for grilled, roasted, or air-fried chicken thighs, breasts, or wings. Plus, homemade spice blends have far fewer ingredients than store-bought seasoning mixes and no hidden carbs!

    chicken seasoning ingredients on a white plate.

    ❤️ Why you'll love it

    If you've been on a low-carb diet for a long time, you get to the point where you need new ways to spice up your most common ingredients. Since chicken is so versatile, it's a staple on a keto diet.

    This easy, all-purpose, healthy chicken seasoning can be used with all different chicken parts and never disappoints.

    🥘 Equipment Used

    You won't need any fancy tools to make this homemade chicken spice rub. Just grab a bowl, some measuring spoons, and your favorite glass jar for storage.

    🧾 Ingredients Used

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    chicken seasoning recipe ingredients on a wooden tray.

    You only need a handful of spices for this homemade chicken seasoning blend recipe. This robust blend of spices adds so much flavor to your savory chicken recipes and will have everyone begging for seconds!

    • Peppers: Cayenne pepper, black pepper, smoked paprika. You can increase or reduce the amount of cayenne pepper used depending on your preference.
    • Aromatics: Onion powder and garlic powder.
    • Herbs: Dried parsley and dried oregano.
    • Other ingredients: And last but not least, good old sea salt!

    🔪 How To Make This Recipe

    1. Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
    2. Add them to a glass jar or other container.
    3. Use about one tablespoon per pound of chicken for any cooking method.
    chicken spice mix in a white bowl.

    🥫 Storing and Reheating

    Store in an airtight container, preferably a large spice jar, and keep in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Homemade seasonings typically last approximately six to twelve months.

    If you live in a humid place, you may want to add a silica packet to absorb moisture that could cause your seasoning mixture to clump.

    💭 Tips and Variations

    • If you enjoy really spicy food, add a lot of pepper spices to your chicken seasoning. However, you can use only a little if you don't like spicy food.
    • Use this spice mix as a wet rub by mixing it with a little olive oil, soy sauce, or vinegar. Alternatively, you can use this easy chicken marinade.
    • You can add lime or orange peels to your spice mix to give it a little zing.
    • Feel free to add crushed red pepper if you need even more heat.
    homemade chicken seasoning mix in a container.

    🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?

    This is the perfect seasoning to add to literally savory chicken dishes, including:

    • Fried Chicken Breast
    • Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters
    • Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs
    • Air Fryer Chicken Breast
    • Air Fryer Chicken Legs
    • Keto Chicken Tenders
    • Chicken on a Stick

    👩‍🍳 Frequently Asked Questions

    What is chicken seasoning?

    This simple, healthy chicken seasoning recipe is a dry mix of assorted herbs and spices usually used to season chicken before cooking it. So whether you're going to bake a whole chicken, air fry chicken thighs, or roast any cut of chicken, the spice blend will give you that delicious taste you can trust. 

    Everyone has their personal preference in their spice mix, but the core spices used are generally about the same. 

    In addition, some of these spices are shared by other popular seasonings like taco seasoning, cajun seasoning, steak seasoning, or Jamaican jerk seasoning, so the flavor might be familiar.

    Is chicken seasoning healthy?

    Chicken seasoning is pretty healthy. It helps to stimulate the digestive system, and spices are excellent antioxidants too.  The only issue might be excess sodium if you add more salt when cooking, in addition to those in the seasoning.

    How do you use seasoning for chicken? 

    To use this homemade seasoning, use a tablespoon of seasoning for every pound of meat.

    An easy way to use this dry rub is to rub the chicken all over with a bit of olive oil to ensure the spices stick to it. Then, sprinkle your chicken seasoning on the chicken pieces and rub it in, making sure the spice mix gets on it evenly. Make sure the chicken is at room temperature before using the seasoning.

    For chicken breasts, if you're not using skinless chicken breasts, make sure you liberally rub the spices under the skin.

    Is chicken seasoning the same as poultry seasoning?

    Yes, chicken seasoning is also called poultry seasoning sometimes. However, despite the name, it can also be used to season various types of meat. One thing to note is that chicken seasoning is sometimes mistaken for chicken bouillon. 

    Chicken bouillon is a cube form of certain spices that are chicken-flavored. Chicken bouillon is like concentrated chicken stock. In contrast, chicken seasoning doesn't taste like chicken; it just adds great flavor to any chicken (or poultry) dish.

    Is chicken seasoning gluten-free?

    Yes, sometimes, store-bought chicken seasoning might have gluten in it. The best way to ensure yours doesn't have any gluten is to make the chicken seasoning yourself. 

    It is quick and easy to make, and you probably already have all or most of the spices and herbs in your spice drawer. Most of the spices in the mixture can be found in your local grocery store if you do not already have them at home.

    📚 Related Recipes

    Check out these other delicious homemade seasoning recipes!

    • All Purpose Seasoning
    • Harissa Powder
    • Homemade Fish Seasoning
    • Yaji - Suya Spice
    • Peri Peri Seasoning
    • Pork Chop Seasoning
    • Creole Seasoning
    chicken seasoned with homemade spice rub on a white plate.

    📖 Recipe

    easy homemade chicken seasoning on a white plate

    Chicken Seasoning Recipe

    Say hello to flavorful chicken every time with this super easy homemade chicken seasoning recipe! This seasoning blend is perfect for grilled, roasted, or air-fried chicken thighs, breasts, or wings!
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Condiments & Spices
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 1 minute minute
    Total Time: 1 minute minute
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 6kcal
    Author: Tayo Oredola
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    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or ½ teaspoon if you like spicy food
    • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
    • 2 tablespoon onion powder
    • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
    • 1 tablespoon black pepper
    • 3 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoon salt

    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients together.
      3 tablespoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 2 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon black pepper, 3 tablespoon garlic powder, 2 tablespoon salt
    • Store in an airtight container.
    • Use about 1 tablespoon per pound of chicken.

    Notes

     
    • If you enjoy really spicy food, add a lot of pepper spices to your chicken seasoning. If you don't, however, you can use only just a little.
    • Use this spice mix as a wet rub by mixing with a little olive oil, soy sauce, or vinegar.
    • You can add lime or orange peels to your spice mix to give it a slightly tangy flavor.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 6kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1164mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Pat Nugent says

      February 01, 2024 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      Used last night on boneless/skinless thighs. Baked in the oven with slices sweet onions and bacon strips underneath the chicken pieces.

      Reply
      • Tayo Oredola says

        February 04, 2024 at 12:34 am

        That sounds like a delicious and filling dinner!

        Reply
    2. Tia Bidlack says

      January 21, 2024 at 10:44 am

      This is the best seasoning for chicken that I've ever tasted! Not only do I like it but so does my family! This is a huge hit at my house, thank you!

      Reply
      • Tayo Oredola says

        February 04, 2024 at 12:43 am

        Thank you for the lovely feedback, Tia!

        Reply
    3. Sandera says

      November 05, 2022 at 11:53 am

      this recipe does not tell how to cook chicken such as temperature or how long

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        November 07, 2022 at 4:36 pm

        It's a chicken seasoning recipe, not a chicken recipe. You can use the search bar to search for several chicken recipes on my site.

        Reply
    5 from 14 votes (13 ratings without comment)

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