Chicken is actually always a good idea. But especially in nice weather chicken gains an extra dimension — on the barbecue, in the kamado or just quickly in the pan or airfryer.
That's when you want the flavor to be right. And more and more people are looking for ways to season chicken themselves: less dependent on ready-made mixes, more control over flavor and ingredients.
In this article we share two popular flavor profiles that are often searched for:
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Spicy chicken seasoning mix
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Smoky BBQ chicken seasoning mix
Perfect for long summer evenings, quick weeknight meals or a good BBQ session.
Recipe 1: Spicy chicken seasoning mix
Ingredients
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2 tsp paprika powder (sweet)
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1 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste)
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1 tsp chili flakes
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp cumin
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt (optional)
Method
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Mix all the spices well together in a small bowl.
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Taste and adjust the spiciness (more cayenne = hotter).
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Store in an airtight jar or use immediately.