Name: Barbecue Chicken Rub
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American

February 13, 2026

This homemade Barbecue Chicken Rub makes boring chicken amazing! Did you ever wonder how restaurants make it so good? This is how. With a lot of trial and tribulation I have come up with what, I think, is the perfect homemade chicken rub. So break out your smoker or pellet grill and wood chips and get cooking.

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Barbecue Chicken Rub

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Instructions

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.

Transfer to a jar with an air tight lid.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Spice Blend Balance 🌶️
Toast whole spices before grinding to unlock deeper, more complex flavors in your barbecue rub and enhance the overall aromatic profile.
Moisture Seal Technique 💨
Lightly coat chicken with olive oil before applying the rub to help spices adhere and create a beautiful, flavor-packed crust during grilling.
Rub Storage Wisdom 🏺
Store your homemade barbecue rub in an airtight container away from heat and light to preserve its potency for up to 3 months.
Layering Flavor Technique 🔪
Apply the rub generously and pat it into the chicken, allowing it to sit for 30 minutes before cooking to maximize flavor penetration.
Herb Freshness Hack 🌿
Use dried herbs within 6 months of purchase and crush them between your fingers just before mixing to release maximum essential oils and flavor.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.