{"id":5876,"date":"2022-06-07T23:53:17","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T15:53:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meatsmokinghq.com\/?p=5876"},"modified":"2024-03-07T18:08:05","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T10:08:05","slug":"dry-rub-for-smoked-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meatsmokinghq.com\/dry-rub-for-smoked-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Dry Rubs for Smoked Chicken: Pre-Made and Homemade"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When smoking chicken, the rub is an important layer of flavor. When smoking meat, it\u2019s all about building layers of flavor. You got one layer of flavor from the smoke and another from the barbecue rub. But with so many options on the market, how do you choose the right one? We asked expert barbecue pitmasters, competition pitmasters, celeb chefs, and food critics to share their tips and recommendations for selecting and using rubs on chicken. In this post, I\u2019ll show you the best rubs on the market, plus I\u2019ll walk you through a step-by-step homemade rub recipe that\u2019ll make your chicken taste amazing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When choosing a rub, it is important to look for one with a balance of sweet and savory flavors and a good mix of spices, such as paprika, garlic, and onion. A rub with a nice, coarse texture will also help create a crust on the surface of the chicken. <\/strong>To apply the rub, use a generous amount and make sure it is evenly distributed over the surface of the chicken. Pat it down firmly to ensure it sticks to the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Best Pre-Made Chicken Rubs on the Market <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Product<\/th>Maker<\/th>Ingredients<\/th>Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Killer Hogs<\/a><\/td>Malcolm Reed<\/td>Brown sugar, paprika, salt, spices, dehydrated garlic, dehydrated orange peel, natural flavors, and less than 2% dry calcium phosphate added to prevent caking<\/td>$20<\/td><\/tr>
Slap Yo\u2019 Daddy All-Purpose Rub<\/a><\/td>Harry Soo<\/td>Sea salt, cane sugar, garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, chipotle powder, black pepper, Rosemary, Cayenne pepper, rice concentrate, spices, parsley flakes, and natural flavors<\/td>$20<\/td><\/tr>
Butcher BBQ<\/td>Dave Bouska<\/td>Sugar, salt, garlic, onion, spices, lemon, powder, corn syrup, solids, natural flavors, and BHA as an antioxidant<\/td>$20<\/td><\/tr>
Meat Church<\/a><\/td><\/td>Sugar, salt, spices, paprika, dextrose, dehydrated garlic, celery, silicon dioxide, spice extra foods, and is gluten-free<\/td>$15<\/td><\/tr>
Kosmos Killer Bee Rub<\/a><\/td><\/td>Sugar, salt, honey powder, refined syrup, honey, and spices, including paprika, dextrose, dehydrated garlic, and celery<\/td>$16<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What Makes a Good Chicken Rub? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Rubs are an essential component of smoking chicken, adding flavor and texture to the final dish. But with so many options on the market, how do you choose the right one? We asked expert barbecue pitmasters, competition pitmasters, celeb chefs, and food critics to share their tips and recommendations for selecting and using rubs on chicken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, let’s define what a rub is. According to barbecue expert and competition pitmaster Harry Soo, a rub is “a blend of spices, usually in the form of a dry mix, that is applied to the surface of meat before cooking.” <\/strong>Soo, who is the owner of Slap Yo’ Daddy BBQ and a multiple barbecue world champion, recommends using a rub on chicken for “added flavor and to create a nice crust on the surface.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But which rub should you choose? Malcolm Reed, the owner of Killer Hogs BBQ and the creator of the award-winning Killer Hogs rub, suggests looking for a balance of sweet and savory flavors. “I like to use a rub on chicken that has a good mix of sugar and spices,” Reed says. “The sugar helps to caramelize the skin and creates a nice crust, while the spices add flavor.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dave Bouska, the owner of Butcher BBQ and a winner of multiple barbecue championships, also emphasizes the importance of using a rub that complements the natural flavors of the chicken. “I like to use a rub that has a good balance of sweet and savory flavors and complements the taste of the chicken,” Bouska says. “I also look for a rub that has a good mix of spices, such as paprika, garlic, and onion, to add depth of flavor.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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