Sweet and Spicy Chicken Rub
 
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Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
  • For the Rub:
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (can use more)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 3 teaspoons mustard powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • For the Chicken:
  • 1-2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Whole chicken
Instructions
  1. Mix all seasonings together in a bowl. Place in a jar with a lid.
  2. Spatchcock your chicken, then place skin side up.
  3. Drizzle with honey and massage into chicken.
  4. Add enough rub (seasoning) to coat chicken and continue massaging.
  5. Place on a grill (heated to 250 degrees) skin side up. Cook for 30 minutes.
  6. Flip, skin side down, and cook an additional 30 minutes.
  7. Check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should be 140 degrees and juices running clear.
  8. Remove from grill and let sit 10 minutes on a cutting board.
  9. Slice and enjoy!
Recipe by Simple Roots at https://simplerootswellness.com/sweet-spicy-grilled-chicken/