Homemade Chicken Seasoning
A versatile sweet-savory chicken seasoning blend with brown sugar, paprika, and aromatic spices. Ready in 5 minutes and perfect for any cooking method.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar light or dark
- 1 tablespoon paprika sweet or smoked
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt fine sea salt or table salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground preferred
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small mixing bowl.
- Whisk together thoroughly until well combined and no clumps remain.
- Transfer the seasoning blend to a glass jar with a tight-sealing lid.
- Label the jar with the name and date.
- Store in a cool, dark cupboard away from heat and light.
- To Use:
- Pat chicken completely dry with paper towels.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil to help seasoning stick.
- Apply 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of chicken.
- Massage seasoning into all surfaces of the meat.
- For best results, refrigerate seasoned chicken for 1 hour (or overnight) before cooking.
Notes
Storage: Keep in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dark cupboard for up to 6 months.
Substitutions: Italian seasoning can replace oregano in equal amounts
Omit brown sugar for a sugar-free version (no caramelized crust)
Use smoked paprika for barbecue flavor
Reduce or omit cayenne for less heat Cooking Methods: Works with baking (425°F), grilling, air frying (380°F), and slow cooking.
Other Uses: Also delicious on pork chops, turkey, vegetables, and even salmon (use sparingly).
Substitutions: Italian seasoning can replace oregano in equal amounts
Omit brown sugar for a sugar-free version (no caramelized crust)
Use smoked paprika for barbecue flavor
Reduce or omit cayenne for less heat Cooking Methods: Works with baking (425°F), grilling, air frying (380°F), and slow cooking.
Other Uses: Also delicious on pork chops, turkey, vegetables, and even salmon (use sparingly).