9 Spice Chicken Seasoning Mix

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Mix up a big batch of this 9 spice chicken seasoning mix for your favorite cut of chicken or roasted vegetables. It’s packed with flavor that will wow your family or guests!

Chicken seasoning in a glass jar with a spoon in it. Text overlay reads, "Meat & Veggie 9 Spice Seasoning".

I don’t know about you, but sometimes I feel stuck deciding which spices to use for chicken or vegetables.

Sure, I could use my Homemade Montreal Seasoning or even my Homemade Poultry Seasoning, both of which have classic flavor profiles.

But sometimes I want more oomph. I want to say “WOW!” when I eat dinner, and I want something that I could make at a BBQ where guests would say, “That seasoning is DELICIOUS!”

Friends, look no further. This 9-spice chicken seasoning mix is EXACTLY what I’ve been looking for!

9 SPICE MIX FOR CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES

Aside from the fact that this spice mix is AMAZING, here’s why you should consider making a batch for yourself:

It’s easy. Measure the ingredients and shake in a jar. That’s it!
Frugal. Making your own spice blends is WAY more affordable than buying them pre-made.
Simple ingredients. You probably have all the spices already in your pantry!
It’s different. This chicken spice mix tastes nothing like the other spices you’re used to, which makes me love this blend that much more!
All-purpose. You can use this spice mix for chicken, pork, vegetables, or potatoes… basically whatever you want.

I actually used this mix to pan-fry some chicken for my sister-in-law and her family not long ago, and everyone sang the praises of the flavor. Her two biggest kids (my nephews) also came in the house – SEPARATELY – and said the chicken was delicious. Even the baby asked for more!

Dry ingredients for 9 spice chicken seasoning on a plate on a cutting board.

INGREDIENTS FOR 9 SPICE CHICKEN SEASONING RECIPE

As I mentioned, you likely already have all the dried herbs and spices for this homemade chicken seasoning recipe.

I find all my organic spices on good old Amazon. Their prices usually come out cheaper than my local stores. I’ve also found good prices at Thrive Market.

Here’s exactly what you need:

Paprika
Garlic powder
Dried minced onion (better than onion powder for this chicken dish)
Salt
Black pepper
Dried oregano
Ground turmeric
Ground thyme
Smoked paprika

The only spice you might not have is the smoked paprika, and you have two choices: leave it out, or get the spice.

I HIGHLY recommend getting the spice. It has an amazing smoky flavor that is unmistakable once you taste it, and it always kicks the flavor up a notch.

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Dry ingredients for 9 spice chicken seasoning in separate bowls and a measuring spoon on a cutting board.

HOW TO MAKE SIMPLE CHICKEN SEASONING MIX

Making this easy chicken seasoning mix is a piece of cake!

Step 1. Measure the spices into a 4-ounce glass jar.

Step 2. Seal the jar.

Step 3. Shake and use as desired!

Start with about 1 Tablespoon of seasoning per pound of chicken, and adjust to your liking. Use on chicken breast, chicken thighs, whole rotisserie chicken, wings, and drumsticks!

I’m a huge fan of batch cooking and cooking once to eat twice, so I’ve written this recipe to fill a 4-oz jar, which is enough for 2-3 nights of seasoning. If you want more, double the recipe and mix in a small bowl. If you want less, feel free to halve the recipe.

Store the chicken seasoning in the jar or another airtight container. Use within 6 months for the best flavor.

HOW TO USE 9 SPICE CHICKEN SEASONING

I think these are some of the best spices for chicken, but they’re also good on other dishes. Liberally sprinkle the seasoning for chicken over your meat before cooking, or try it on one of these:

You can also use this spice mix as a dry seasoning rub for chicken or in a chicken marinade ahead of cooking.

BEST SEASONING CHICKEN FOR FLAVOR

Using a flavorful spice mix for chicken is a great way to add a lot of great flavor without adding a ton of fat or calories to the dish, like you might if you added a dressing or sauce.

9 spice mix for chicken is also a great option for meal prepping your protein for the week. This unique blend of flavors goes well with a variety of dishes, so you can mix and match your proteins and sides to help you hit your nutrition goals.

Homemade 9 spice chicken seasoning mix in a glass. A spoon displaying a portion of the dry mix.

BEST SPICES FOR CHICKEN AND VEGGIES FAQS

Can you use these spices for roasted vegetables?

I know I refer to this as the best chicken seasoning, but I use this seasoning mix for vegetables, too! I’ve tried them roasted, grilled, and sautéed, and they’re ALL so good!!

Do you need different spices for ground chicken?

No! You could use this spice blend for chicken that is ground, too. It will likely depend on how you’re using the ground chicken, since ground meat is typically mixed with other ingredients in recipes.

Is this chicken seasoning blend like chicken seasoning packets from the store?

You’ll find all sorts of seasoning mixes for chicken in the store, but they’ll likely also include additives and preservatives to keep them shelf-stable for longer. I’ll stick with mixing up my own homemade spice blends!

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