Nashville Spicy Chicken Rub and Aioli Sauce
Elevate your chicken dishes with this homemade Nashville-style spicy chicken rub. Use it as a dry rub for chicken or mix it with mayo to create a creamy, flavorful Aioli sauce. This versatile recipe combines the perfect balance of heat and spices to give your chicken a mouthwatering flavor profile. Serve it as a dip, spread, or directly on grilled or roasted chicken for a deliciously spicy delight!
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (optional, for Aioli sauce)
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, combine all the dry rub ingredients (paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, dried thyme, smoked paprika, dried oregano, ground mustard, cumin, and optional extra cayenne pepper).
- 2.
Mix the ingredients well until thoroughly combined.
- 3.
To use it as a chicken rub, generously sprinkle the seasoning onto the chicken and rub it in. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes before grilling or roasting.
- 4.
To make the Aioli sauce, mix the desired amount of the dry rub with mayonnaise until well blended. Adjust the seasoning according to your spice preference.
- 5.
Serve the Nashville spicy chicken with the Aioli sauce on the side or drizzle it directly over the cooked chicken as a flavorful sauce.
