4-3-2-1 Spice Rub

From the kitchen of Carly

This four-ingredient ratio creates a balanced rub that clings beautifully to chicken skin. The brown sugar caramelizes into a dark crust while paprika and cayenne layer heat underneath. Make a triple batch and you'll use it through summer on everything from thighs to ribs.

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Servings
4
Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 14 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 13 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 12 tablespoons sweet paprika
  • 11 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Makes enough spice rub for two whole chickens. Double or triple the recipe and use it all summer.