Smoky Chicken Rub

Smoked chicken rub in a small jar. Lid and scoop placed to the left of jar.

This easy-to-make spice rub gives chicken a smoky flavor with a mild kick. And the best part? You can customize it to your taste. Want it a little sweet? Add brown sugar. Love it spicy? Add cayenne. This rub will quickly become your signature blend.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword chicken rub, smoked chicken rub, spice rub

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 0.5 cup

Calories 2 kcal

Ingredients

3 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chipotle powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried thyme leaves
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt

Instructions

Whisk together all the ingredients. Place into a glass jar with a lid. Store for up to one year.

Recipe Notes

Variations

Mix and match the variations to create your own custom blend.

Sweet Rub: Add one tablespoon brown sugar.
Spicy Rub: Replace one tablespoon of the smoked paprika with one tablespoon chili powder.
Hot Rub: Add one teaspoon cayenne pepper.