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Simple Seasoning Blend for Chicken

Published: Apr 5, 2021 · Modified: Mar 6, 2024 by Gitta Grether-Sweeney · This post may contain affiliate links

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This Seasoning Blend for Chicken takes less than 10 minutes to make. The flavorful combination of spices and herbs is perfect for baked, roasted, or grilled chicken. Try the next time you need a fast weeknight meal.

Chicken Seasoning in jar with spoon inserted in spice blend

Seasoning blends for chicken are the perfect way to add flavor to a roasted, baked, or grilled chicken. Apply the seasoning blend on boneless and bone-in chicken pieces such as chicken breasts, thighs. It also works great on chicken drumsticks. Turn a plain piece of chicken into a delicious main dish with this blend.

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  • What's in the seasoning blend?
  • Let's make this recipe!
  • How to use the seasoning
  • Pro-Tip
  • Recipe ideas
  • Don't miss these tips
  • Storage Tips
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What are the benefits of making your own seasoning blend?

  • You can save money by making your chicken seasoning blend.
  • Customizing the blend is easy.
  • Making your own avoids using additives.

What's in the seasoning blend?

Spices in bowls on a plate

Make this seasoning blend with everyday herbs and spices you probably already have in your pantry. None of them are exotic or expensive to purchase.

  • Smoked paprika-Adds a nice smokiness to the chicken. You can also use sweet or sharp paprika instead of the smoked paprika.
  • Granulated garlic-Use granulated garlic, not garlic powder.
  • Granulated onion-Use granulated onion, not onion powder.
  • Dried thyme leaves-Do not use powdered thyme.
  • Kosher salt-This salt is coarse grind. If you substitute table salt, cut the amount in half.
  • Coarse ground black Pepper-If you use a fine;y ground pepper, cut the amount in half.

Let's make this recipe!

Spices in small glass bowls on a plate
Spices and herbs in a white bowl
Spices combined in a bowl
Top view of seasoning blend in a jar with spoon inserted in mix
  • Step 1-Gather the spices.
  • Step 2-Measure each of the spices and herbs and put them in a bowl.
  • Step 3-Combine all the ingredients and mix well.
  • Step 4-Place in an airtight container such as a small glass canning jar.

How to use the seasoning

Use the seasoning as either a dry rub or combine it with oil and brush it on the chicken.

Pro-Tip

Before you apply the seasoning to the chicken, be sure to dry it off with a paper towel.

The seasoning is perfect to use on any raw chicken such as a whole chicken and chicken breasts, thighs, or drumsticks.

Apply the seasoning right before you cook it.

To make it ahead of time, season the chicken and place it in the refrigerator. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator right before cooking it.

Dry Rub

Raw chicken breast with dry rub
Chicken Breast with Dry Rub

To use the seasoning as a dry rub, brush the chicken breasts with 2-3 teaspoons of olive or vegetable oil and sprinkle with 1-2 teaspoons of the chicken seasoning.

Wet Rub

Seasoning mixed with oil in a white bowl
Combine Spice Blend with Olive Oil
Raw chicken breast with wet rub seasoning
Chicken Breast with Seasoning Mixed with Olive Oil

Combine 2-3 teaspoons of olive or vegetable oil) with 2-3 teaspoons of seasoning mix and brush it on the chicken.

When to apply the seasoning blend

Apply the seasoning right before you cook it.

To make it ahead of time, season the chicken and place it in the refrigerator. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator right before cooking it.

Recipe ideas

Try the seasoning blend in the following recipe ideas.

The seasoning is delicious on a roasted chicken. I have used it on the chicken in Fast Roasted Chicken and it is a family hit.

For an easy summer meal, season either bone-in or boneless chicken breasts or thighs with the seasoning blend, and cook them on the grill. . Need help on how to grill chicken? Try this grilled chicken recipe.

For a simple weeknight meal, try the rub in this Quick and Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner.

Don't miss these tips

  • Use fresh spices and herbs to ensure that the rub is flavorful.
  • To save money, purchase ingredients in the grocery store's bulk section or online shops such as Penzeys Spices or World Spice Merchants.

Storage Tips

Store the seasoning blend in a dark cool place for up to 6 months. Be sure to date the container so that you know when you made the blend.

Storage Container Ideas

I like to use small 4 or 8-ounce canning jars to store my spices and spice blends. Grocery stores often sell small spice containers in their bulk spice section. Amazon also carries a number of spice jars.

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Chicken Seasoning in jar with spoon inserted in spice blend

Simple Seasoning Blend for Chicken

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  • Author: Gitta
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: ¾ cup 1x
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Take chicken to the next level with this simple seasoning blend.  It is delicious on roasted, baked, or grilled chicken.  Try it the next time you need a fast weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons smoked paprika or any paprika you have in your pantry
  • 3 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 ½ tablespoon granulated onion
  • 1 ½ tablespoons granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt or more based on your preference


Instructions

  1. Measure all the ingredients into a small bowl.
  2. Combine until they are well mixed.
  3. Store in an air-tight container in a cool, dry area of your kitchen. 
  4. Stir before using to loosen the blend. 

Notes

  • The seasoning blend stays fresh for six months.
  • Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 teaspoons
  • Calories: 10
  • Sugar: 0.2 g
  • Sodium: 312 mg
  • Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2.1 g
  • Protein: 0.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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  1. Annie

    April 09, 2021 at 9:42 am

    Super simple to make. I was worried that it was going to be to spicy (since I don't like things that are spicy)....but it was not. I was perfect!

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    • Gitta

      April 13, 2021 at 7:59 am

      Yay! I am glad this recipe worked for you and was not too spicy! Thanks for letting me know!

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