Dry Rub Barbecue Chicken

This Dry Rub Barbecue Chicken is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with sweet barbecue flavour, making it perfect for grilling.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Barbecue

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 16

Total Time 1 16

Servings servings

Calories 293kcal

Author Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca)

Ingredients

6 teaspoons smoked paprika
3 teaspoons garlic powder
3-4 teaspoons brown sugar
3/4 tsp mustard powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 teaspoons chili powder mild
a pinch of cayenne pepper
4 chicken breasts if using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least one hour before using, cut into long thin strips (8 skewers)
Fresh cilantro for garnish if desired

Instructions

In a large bowl combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, mustard powder, sea salt, black pepper, chili powder and cayenne pepper (if using) and whisk all the spices together with a wire whisk.
Add the chicken breast strips to the bowl and toss them in the spice mixture with a fork until they're well coated. Use your hands to rub the spice mixture into the chicken pieces well, making sure the spice mixture gets into every crack and crevice.
Thread the chicken strips onto the 8 skewers securely and set them aside on a plate.
If you have the time, cover them with some plastic wrap and refrigerate them for 1-2 hours before grilling. If you're short on time, just slap them right on a preheated grill and they'll taste just fine!
Grill the chicken skewers over medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
Serve on a platter with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro, alongside all your favourite summer side dishes at your next backyard barbecue!

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