Smoked Chicken Dry Rub is the perfect blend of flavor for any smoked chicken recipe!
BEST Smoked Chicken Dry Rub Recipe
We love this combination of spice and herbs (with just a little heat) – it compliments the natural flavors of the chicken and the smokiness perfectly! And really it can be used for any chicken recipe too!
How Long Should Dry Rub Sit on Chicken
Chicken can sit in a dry rub for up to 12 hours in the refrigerator, but we recommend a minimum of 15-30 minutes (if you are forgot or are short on time) so the flavors can seep in a little to the chicken.
Tips for Smoking Chicken
- Pat chicken dry.
- Rub with dry rub.
- Smoked at 225 degrees F.
- Sear on high heat (400-500 degrees F).
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Sauce: adding sauce to a smoked chicken recipe almost negates the need to smoke the meat as the sauce will most likely cover up a lot of that smoky flavor. That’s why a dry rub is preferred!
Way to Smoked Chicken using Smoked Chicken Dry Rub
- Smoked Chicken Legs
- Smoked Chicken Wings
- Whole Smoked Chicken
- Smoked Chicken Thighs
- Smoked Chicken Breast
- Smoked Beer Can Chicken
How to Make and Store Smoked Chicken Dry Rub
Get all your ingredients together and mix.
Place in a jar with a lid.
Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
To use, pat dry your chicken and then cover chicken with dry rub (get in every nook and cranny).
How Long Does it Take to Smoke Chicken at 225
It ultimately depends on what you are cooking, but in our experience a lot of smoked chicken recipes take between an hour to an hour and half at 225 degrees F. Chicken legs take about an hour, chicken thighs, breasts and whole chickens take about 60-90 minutes. Then, finish them off on high heat (400-500 degrees) to crisp up the skin!
Recipe FAQs and Tips
- Storage: store in a cool dry place for up to 3 months.
- Make it spicy: feel free to adding a little cayenne if you want it more spicy.
- Make ahead: we love making a double or even triple batch of this to have on hand at all times.
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Smoked Chicken Dry Rub
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: approx. 1/4 cup
- Category: Dry Rub
- Method: Counter Top
- Cuisine: American
Description
Smoked Chicken Dry Rub – a flavorful (sugar free) smoked chicken dry rub recipe that is perfect for all your smoked chicken recipes!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a small bowl.
- Mix to combine.
- Use in your favorite recipe: we love this smoked chicken leg recipe and this smoked chicken wing recipe!
Notes
- Storage: store in a cool dry place for up to 3 months.
- Make it spicy: feel free to adding a little cayenne if you want it more spicy.
- Make ahead: we love making a double or even triple batch of this to have on hand at all times.
Dan says
Thanks Erin…wings turned out great! I think the tumeric and coriander give this a great lift and make it different than many of the recipes I looked at. Made a triple batch, 50/50 paprika/smoked paprika and added a teaspoon of cayenne…Definitely a keeper!
Erin says
So glad you enjoyed this one, Dan!