Name: Spicy Homemade Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 8 min
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Chili Powder; 1 tbsp Sweet Paprika; 2 tsp Smoked Paprika; 2 tsp Garlic Powder; 2 tsp Onion Powder; 1 ½ tsp Dried Thyme; 1 tsp Dried Rosemary; 2 tsp Ground Black Pepper; 1 tbsp Salt

When it comes to crispy, juicy fried chicken, the real magic is in the seasoning. This Homemade Spicy Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe transforms every bite with bold, smoky, and herby flavors. No more bland store-bought mixes! It can be used in two ways: sprinkle it directly onto the chicken, or incorporate it into a wet marinade with ingredients like buttermilk, soy sauce, olive oil, or yogurt for even more tender, flavorful results. Once you try this homemade seasoning, you will never look back.

Spicy Homemade Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe

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Servings

tablespoons

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

This easy homemade spicy fried chicken seasoning is smoky, bold, and full of flavor. Use it as a dry rub or mix it into a wet marinade with buttermilk, soy sauce, or olive oil. Ready in just 5 minutes.

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Ingredients

1 tbsp Chili Powder
1 tbsp Sweet Paprika
2 tsp Smoked Paprika
2 tsp Garlic Powder
2 tsp Onion Powder
1 ½ tsp Dried Thyme
1 tsp Dried Rosemary
2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tbsp Salt

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl or a plate.
Mix until everything is well-blended
Use as desired!
You can also store any leftover seasoning in an air-tight spice container for future use.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for seasoning 2–3 pounds of chicken.
You can also incorporate this seasoning into a wet marinade by mixing it with buttermilk, soy sauce, olive oil, or even yogurt to create an ultra-juicy and flavorful chicken prep.
Feel free to tweak the heat by adding extra chili powder or a pinch of cayenne.
Store the seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, and it will stay fresh and aromatic for up to 6 months.