Chicken Breasts With Spicy Rub

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Juicy grilled chicken breasts coated in a sweet, smoky, and spicy dry rub.
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Chicken Breasts With Spicy Rub

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 270.7

Description

This recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into a flavorful meal with a complex, aromatic dry rub. The blend of cumin, paprika, and curry powder provides earthy warmth, while brown sugar adds a subtle caramelized sweetness that balances the heat from cayenne and black pepper. A touch of five-spice powder adds an exotic undertone, making each bite interesting and satisfying. The chicken is brushed with Dijon mustard and red wine vinegar to help the spices adhere and create a delicious crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish is quick to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete, healthy, and hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure the rub adheres well.
  2. In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, paprika, brown sugar, black pepper, curry powder, cayenne, salt, five-spice powder, and minced garlic to create the rub.
  3. Brush the chicken breasts lightly with Dijon mustard and red wine vinegar to act as a binder.
  4. Generously coat both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium heat and brush the grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
  6. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes per side, adjusting heat as needed to avoid burning the sugar in the rub.
  7. Remove chicken from the grill when it reaches an internal temperature of 165F (74C) and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 270.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.9g8%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 85.0mg29%
Sodium 88.7mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 23.0g8%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g18%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 35.8g72%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, grilled, spicy, rub, bbq, protein, dinner, cumin, paprika, easy, healthy, weeknight, smoky, american, breasts, seasoning, garlic, mustard, cayenne, quick
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