Chicken Seasoning
This easy homemade chicken seasoning is packed with garlic, herbs, and spices to add bold flavor to any chicken dish. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or frying!
Let’s talk about a homemade chicken seasoning blend that’ll take your dishes from average to awesome with just a sprinkle! This recipe is super easy to whip up, and trust me, it’ll add so much flavor to your chicken without any extra effort. Plus, you probably already have most of these spices hanging out in your pantry.
Why Make Your Own Chicken Seasoning?
Store-bought seasonings are convenient, but homemade blends let you control the flavors, sodium, and quality. This mix is packed with aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, and earthy dried herbs like thyme, oregano, and tarragon. Plus, it’s got a little kick from black pepper and paprika, and if you’re feeling adventurous, you can toss in some cayenne for extra heat!
Ingredients for the Perfect Chicken Seasoning:
- Garlic powder: Strong, savory base.
- Onion powder: Complements the garlic, adding depth.
- Paprika: Adds color and subtle smokiness.
- Dried thyme: Earthy with a slightly minty note.
- Dried oregano: Brings a Mediterranean flair.
- Dried tarragon: Sweet with a hint of licorice.
- Black pepper: Just enough heat without overpowering.
- Salt: Enhances all the flavors.
- Turmeric: Adds warmth and a golden color.
- Cayenne pepper (optional): For a spicy kick!
Recipe Substitutions And Notes
- Feel free to tweak this recipe to fit your taste! Add more paprika if you like a smoky flavor, or throw in extra black pepper or cayenne for more heat. If you’re watching your sodium intake, you can also reduce the salt or leave it out entirely and add it to taste later.
Let’s Make It!
Making your chicken seasoning is as easy as it gets. All you need to do is toss everything into a small bowl, mix it well, and boom—you’ve got yourself a versatile seasoning blend that’s ready to go!
How to Use It
This seasoning works beautifully on any cut of chicken—whether you’re grilling, roasting, or pan-frying. Just sprinkle it generously on your chicken before cooking and let the magic happen. You can even use it as a dry rub, or mix it with olive oil to make a marinade. It’s also great on roasted veggies, potatoes, or even in soups! I love it in my recipe for Chicken and Wild Rice.
Storage Tip
Store your chicken seasoning in an airtight container, and it’ll last for months. I like to keep mine in a small glass jar near my spices so it’s always within reach when I need a quick flavor boost.
That’s it! This chicken seasoning is an absolute must-have for any home cook. It’s flavorful, easy to make, and so versatile. Give it a try, and let me know how you use it!
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Chicken Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients and store in an air proof container.