Best 6 Chicken Breasts With Spicy Rub Recipes

Chicken breasts with a spicy rub are a flavorful and satisfying meal, perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. With the right combination of spices and seasonings, you can create a flavorful crust that will leave your taste buds tantalized. Whether you prefer a mild heat or a bold kick, there are countless recipes out there to suit your taste preferences. So, get ready to explore the world of spicy chicken breasts and find the perfect recipe that will make your taste buds dance!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CHICKEN BREASTS

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This is a great skinless, chicken breast recipe that can be served over salad greens or as an entree! If serving over salad greens, cut chicken into strips and top with your favorite salsa or dressing.

Provided by Barbara Radford

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Healthy

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 ½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

In a medium bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, thyme, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper. Set aside about 3 tablespoons of this seasoning mixture for the chicken; store the remainder in an airtight container for later use (for seasoning fish, meats, or vegetables).
Preheat grill for medium-high heat. Rub some of the reserved 3 tablespoons of seasoning onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken on the grill, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1825.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SPANISH SPICE RUBBED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH PARSLEY-MINT SAUCE

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Spanish paprika
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, ground
2 teaspoons mustard seeds, ground
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, ground
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 (8-ounce) boneless chicken breasts
Olive oil
Parsley-Mint Sauce, recipe follows
1 1/2 cups tightly packed fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup tightly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 serrano chiles, grilled, peeled, chopped
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup olive oil
Water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Preheat your grill to high.
Whisk together the paprika, cumin, mustard, fennel, pepper and salt in a small bowl.
Brush the chicken with a few teaspoons of oil on both sides. Rub the breasts on the skin side with some of the rub and place on the grill, rub side down. Grill until golden brown and slightly charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the breasts over and continue cooking until just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a platter and immediately drizzle with some of the Parsley-Mint Sauce. Let rest 5 minutes. Serve with additional sauce on the side.
Place the mint, parsley, garlic and serranos in a food processor and process until coarsely chopped. Add the honey and mustard and process until combined. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and whisk in a few tablespoons of cold water to thin to a sauce-like consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

ROASTED CHICKEN RUB

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Herb and smokey spice blend that complements chicken.

Provided by Semigourmet

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon celery flakes
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground thyme
2 teaspoons dried sage
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Stir celery flakes, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, sage, black pepper, rosemary, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Transfer spice mixture to a spice grinder or food processor and blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 976.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SPICY CHICKEN RUB

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Make and share this Spicy Chicken Rub recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories Whole Chicken

Time 5h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 onions, quartered
2 whole chickens (4lbs. each)

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine all but onion and chicken. Set aside.
Remove and discard giblets from chicken.
Rinse chicken cavity and pat dry with paper towel.
Rub each chicken inside and out with reserved spice mixture.
Place one onion in the cavity of each chicken.
Place chicken in a resealable bag or double wrap in with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate overnight or at least 4-6 hours.
Preheat oven to 250°F Place chicken in a roasting pan. Bake uncovered for 5 hours, to a minimum internal temperature of 180°F Let the chickens stand for 10 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 738.2, Fat 53.1, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 243.8, Sodium 1391.3, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 57.7

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SPICY RUB

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Nice spicy chicken,not hot. The rub is a rather thick paste, if you think it's to thick add equal parts oil and vinegar to thin it. Can also be cooked in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 45 minutes depending on size of chicken breasts.

Provided by acid.

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons cumin, Ground
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

Pat chicken pieces dry.
Combine ingredients for rub.
Smear rub over both sides of chicken; the more you use, the spicer it will be.
Heat barbecue.
Place chicken on grill, skin side down.
Cook over medium heat, about 10 to 12 minutes per side, until chicken is justed cooked through. (If heat is too high, coating will burn; if too low, cooking time will be a little longer).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.1, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 726.2, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 7.2, Protein 31.8

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SPICY RUB

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How to make Chicken Breasts with Spicy Rub

Provided by Jennifer Seymour @jenjen7

Categories Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 - chicken breasts
1 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
1 tablespoon(s) red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon(s) dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon(s) five spice powder
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon(s) curry powder
1 tablespoon(s) black pepper
2 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
2 tablespoon(s) paprika
2 tablespoon(s) ground cumin
- RUB INGREDIENTS
2 teaspoon(s) vegetable oil
2 - garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

Pat chicken pieces dry.
Combine ingredients for rub.
Smear rub over both sides of chicken.
The more you use, the spicier it will be.
Brush grill with 2 tablespoons oil.
Place chicken on grill, skin side down.
Cook over medium heat, about 10 to 12 minutes per side, until chicken is just cooked through.
If heat is too high, coating will burn; if too low, cooking time will be a little longer.

Tips:

Choose high-quality chicken breasts. Look for breasts that are plump and free of any discoloration. You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs if you prefer.
Make sure the chicken is evenly coated in the spice rub. This will help to ensure that the chicken is flavorful throughout.
Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and juicy.

Conclusion:

Spicy chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!