These chicken and chorizo fajitas are full of bold Mexican flavors and combine crispy browned chorizo with juicy, tender chicken. Recipe ingredients and notes: Chicken and chorizo make a great pairing. The intensely spiced chorizo adds delicious flavor and a crispy texture that provides the perfect contrast to tender chunks of chicken. How to make […]
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Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta (no tomato)
This creamy chicken and chorizo pasta dish is quick and easy to make and tastes amazing. Browned chicken, chorizo, bell peppers and mushrooms give the luscious, no-tomato cream sauce a delicious umami flavor. A pinch of ground cinnamon is optional but highly recommended. The warm fall flavor of the spice works great in this meaty, […]
Apricot Marinade for Pork Chops
This apricot marinade makes juicy, melt-in-your-mouth tender pork chops full of delicious sweet and savory flavors. The marinade is easily made with apricot preserves, Dijon, rice vinegar, thyme, soy sauce and olive oil. The mustard and the vinegar tenderize the meat and add an intense flavor punch that counters the sweetness of the preserves. How […]
Pineapple Jalapeno Chicken Marinade
This pineapple jalapeno chicken marinade has great flavor from fresh jalapeno, ginger, garlic, soy sauce and pineapple juice. It adds a fresh, tropical, fruity-sweet twist to boneless, skinless chicken breast. The marinade is easily made with pineapple juice frozen concentrate that you can scoop directly out of the can for maximum convenience. Serve the chicken […]
Honey Chili Chicken Marinade (with Sriracha sauce)
This honey chili chicken marinade adds delicious sweet and spicy flavors to boneless, skinless chicken breast. Dried oregano gives the marinade a great herb flavor that balances the sweet and the spicy. Honey not only adds flavor but also helps the chicken get nicely brown on the grill. How to make it: More sweet and […]
French Chicken Marinade
This French chicken marinade yields juicy, tender chicken breasts that are infused with aromatic herbs de Provence flavors. The marinade is easily made with a homemade herbs the Provence blend, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and diced onion. What's in the marinade? Herbs de Provence ingredients: Herbs de Provence is an aromatic blend of […]
Chipotle Lime Seasoning
This spicy chipotle lime seasoning combines the bright citrus flavor of dried lime zest with the smokiness of chipotle powder. Onion powder adds savory umami and salt rounds out the flavors. The seasoning is delicious on grilled or fried shrimp! Seasoning ingredients and notes: You need chipotle powder, onion powder, salt and the zest of […]
Dill Honey Mustard Sauce
This dill honey mustard sauce is made with fresh dill, honey, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, black pepper, red onion and olive oil. It has a mild sweetness that is balanced by acidity from the vinegar and sharpness from the mustard and the onion. It's similar to a dressing and makes a great condiment for crab […]
Chipotle Pizza Sauce
This chipotle pizza sauce is a delicious variation on traditional tomato pizza sauce. It has all the great flavors of "regular" pizza sauce but with added spiciness, smokiness and a subtle chipotle flavor. You need onion, olive oil, garlic, salt, chipotle powder, dried oregano and crushed tomatoes to make it. Recipe ingredients: How to make […]
Espresso Steak Rub Recipe
This bold espresso steak rub combines rich espresso flavor with smoky and spicy chipotle and ancho chili pepper. The two types of pepper add an earthy flavor that complements the intense espresso and keeps this rub from being one-dimensional. You need instant espresso powder, ancho, chipotle, brown sugar, garlic powder, thyme and salt to make […]
Italian Chicken Seasoning
This Italian chicken seasoning has all the delicious herbs traditionally found in Italian seasoning along with garlic powder, salt and sumac. Sumac adds a little bit of citrusy umami that's great with chicken and provides the perfect contrast to the herbs. Recipe ingredients: More chicken seasonings and rubs:
Bulk Pork Breakfast Sausage Seasoning
This sugar-free bulk pork breakfast sausage seasoning makes delicious sausage patties. It has a great herb flavor from sage, rosemary and oregano and umami from onion and garlic powder, salt and pepper. Recipe ingredients and notes: To make a spicy version of this seasoning, add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. How to make […]
Fennel Spice Rub
This gourmet fennel spice rub is made with ground fennel seeds, smoked hot paprika, onion powder and salt. The combination of fennel and paprika is delicious and makes this dry rub truly special. It's great on pork chops and vegetables, particularly carrots and potatoes. Ingredients and notes: Note that this dry rub has a prominent […]
Cocoa Chili Rub
This cocoa chili rub is sweet, spicy, smoky and a little bit chocolatey. It's made with cocoa powder, ancho, chipotle, brown sugar, salt and garlic powder and adds unique flavor to grilled or pan-seared steaks. Recipe ingredients and notes: This spice rub is inspired by the flavors of the Mexican sauce mole poblano and has […]
Cinnamon Chili Spice Rub
This cinnamon chili spice rub has great flavor from chili powder (chili peppers, cumin, oregano, garlic, salt), cinnamon and Hungarian paprika. Use it on roasted butternut squash or roasted turkey or chicken breast. Recipe ingredients: The cinnamon flavor in this spice rub is subtle but unmistakable and turns it into something out of the ordinary. […]
Chili Lime Aioli
This flavorful chili lime aioli makes a great condiment for fish, shrimp or pork tacos or any fried seafood. Its dominant flavors come from chili powder and fresh lime juice and zest. Garlic and onion powder add umami and a little bit of honey balances the acidity of the lime juice. 5-Star Reader Review: "This […]
Dry Rub for Pulled Pork in the Oven (no sugar)
This no-sugar pulled pork dry rub adds delicious flavor to oven-roasted pulled pork. It has a bold and complex flavor from Hungarian and smoked paprika, chili powder and black pepper. Ingredients and notes: Spice rubs for slow-roasting recipes need to be very intense because they can lose some of their initial flavor during the long […]
Orange Pepper Seasoning Recipe
This delicious orange pepper seasoning is very peppery and has a nice orange flavor from dried and ground orange zest. Onion and garlic powder add umami and dried rosemary is a background flavor that balances the pepper and the citrus. Ingredients and notes: You need the zest from one large orange for this recipe. How […]
Cod Spice Rub
This cod spice rub has a delicious balance of herb and spice flavors. It's made with dill, coriander, onion and garlic powder, and a little bit of smoked hot paprika. Recipe ingredients: More fish seasoning recipes:
Paprika Ancho Rub
This paprika ancho rub has a rich, bold and delicious flavor from smoked hot paprika, ancho chili powder, oregano, cumin, garlic powder and salt. The rub is great on chicken and I also love it on fried potatoes and potato wedges! More spice rub recipes:
Ahi Tuna Rub
This easy ahi tuna rub adds just the right amount of zing to a delicious, meaty tuna steak. It's made with dry mustard, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and a touch of smoked paprika. What does it taste like: More fish seasoning recipes:
Chimichurri Seasoning Recipe
This spicy chimichurri seasoning has all the delicious flavors of chimichurri sauce packed into a dry rub. It's herby, peppery, lemony and perfect on chicken and steaks. Recipe ingredients and notes: You can either make dried lemon zest yourself or buy dried minced lemon peel from a spice shop for this seasoning. I prefer dried […]
Sriracha Sesame Sauce
This sweet, sour and very spicy Sriracha sesame sauce takes a simple grilled chicken breast to a whole new level. It's easily made on the stovetop with butter, honey, Sriracha, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger and sesame seeds. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: Simply add all ingredients to a saucepan and cook […]
Chipotle BBQ Dry Rub Recipe
This bold chipotle bbq dry rub is spicy, a little smoky, a little sweet and delicious on chicken, beef and pork. It has an intense flavor from chipotle powder, smoked hot paprika, ancho chili, cumin and oregano and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Garlic and onion powder, salt and ginger balance the flavors. […]
Maple Dipping Sauce for Sweet Potato Fries
This easy maple dipping sauce for sweet potato fries is made with maple syrup, finely chopped toasted pecans and mayonnaise. The combination of mayo and maple syrup may sound odd at first but it works surprisingly well. The sweetness of the syrup counteracts the tang of the mayonnaise and makes for a delicious, creamy sauce. […]
Sweet and Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce
This sweet and spicy apricot dipping sauce is sweet, sour, fruity and spicy. You need apricot preserves, adobo sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce and onion powder to make it. Recipe ingredients and notes: Use adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. How to make it: How to use it: This dipping […]
Honey Chipotle Mayo
This easy honey chipotle mayo is a fantastic topping for anything from tacos to burrito bowls. It's sweet, spicy, smoky, and full of intense flavors but at the same time not harsh at all. You can easily make it in 5 minutes with pantry ingredients. Reader comment: "Wow, this sauce was fantastic! … I made […]
Mexican Dry Rub for Chicken
This Mexican dry rub for chicken is a little bit spicy and full of the bold and delicious flavors typical of Mexican cuisine. It's excellent on boneless, skinless chicken breast for tacos and fajitas. 5-Star Reader Review: "This was absolutely perfect! I made a street corn chicken and rice bowl. It called for grilled chicken […]
Boneless Country Style Ribs Dry Rub
This boneless country style ribs dry rub has great flavor from Hungarian paprika, marjoram, oregano, thyme, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and salt. You can slow-bake the ribs at low temperature or bake them quickly at high temperature. I have included instructions for both methods. Dry rub ingredients: How to apply the dry rub: Sprinkle […]
Chicken Wing Dry Rub (no sugar)
This chicken wing dry rub makes the perfect seasoning for wings baked in the oven. It's full of great flavor from smoked paprika, garlic and onion powder, thyme, allspice, pepper and cumin. It also creates a nice texture on the crispy wings! How to use the rub: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the […]
Sumac Dry Rub for Chicken
This sumac dry rub has a bright, savory citrus flavor from sumac and a subtle richness from cumin, garlic powder and oregano. It's delicious on boneless, skinless chicken breast. Dry rub ingredients: This dry rub requires a total of only five spices and seasonings that work together perfectly. Ground sumac is the dominant flavor and […]
Mustard Rib Rub
This easy Dijon mustard rib rub recipe makes the most delicious, fall-off-the-bone tender baby back ribs. Simply slather the rib rack with mustard, then sprinkle the dry rub on. Slow-bake the ribs in a baking dish covered with aluminum foil and you've got a spectacular dinner! Only one thing to say about this recipe…OMG!!!…my ribs […]
Mediterranean Spice Rub for Chicken
This flavorful Mediterranean spice rub for chicken is a mix of aromatic spices and herbs commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine. It takes boneless, skinless chicken breast from ordinary to gourmet! Recipe ingredients: This spice rub has a fresh, earthy and lightly citrusy flavor. Cumin, allspice and oregano make up the dominant flavors and are supported […]
Cuban-Inspired Spice Rub Recipe
Spice up your meat, seafood and vegetables with this delicious, flavorful and spicy Cuban-inspired spice rub. It’s made with herbs and spices commonly used in Cuban cuisine, including garlic, onion, black pepper, oregano and cumin. In addition to that I added chipotle powder to give the blend a nice smoki- and spiciness. What's in the […]
How to Make Ground Chicken from Chicken Breast
Learn how to make ground chicken from chicken breast, using either a food processor or a blender. (You don't need a meat grinder!) How to make ground chicken in a food processor: Step 1. Using a sharp knife, remove and discard excess fat and cartilage from boneless, skinless chicken breast. Step 2. Cut the chicken […]
Ground Beef Dip with Cream Cheese
This creamy baked ground beef dip with cream cheese is easy to make and always a crowd pleaser! It has tons of flavor from onion, garlic, hot sauce and seasoned ground beef. The cream cheese is mixed with sour cream and cheddar cheese for great flavor and a fluffy texture. Dip ingredients and notes: How […]
Smoked Paprika Chicken Soup
This one-pot smoked paprika chicken soup is based on the traditional Hungarian stew-like dish called chicken paprikash. It's made with paprikash's signature ingredients, like paprika and sour cream along with rotisserie chicken, mushrooms and chicken broth. My ingredient notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! More […]
Lemon Panko Chicken
This lemon panko chicken breast is juicy and delicious on the inside and crispy and airy on the outside. The panko crust is flavored with fresh lemon zest, onion and garlic powder, salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper flakes. How to prepare the chicken: To ensure that the chicken breast cooks evenly you have […]
All-Purpose Ground Beef Seasoning
This all-purpose ground beef seasoning has delicious flavor from smoked hot paprika, chili powder, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. To use it, simply cook ground beef until no longer pink, drain off excess fat and moisture (if desired), then stir in the seasoning. Use the seasoned meat to make stuffed peppers, pasta […]
Shrimp Seasoning Mix
This herb and citrus shrimp seasoning mix has a delicious savory flavor from basil, marjoram, oregano, garlic powder and onion powder. The herbs are perfectly balanced by dried lemon zest and a bit of spiciness from crushed red pepper flakes. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make the seasoning mix: See full ingredient amounts and […]
Chili Lime Rub Recipe
This chili lime rub recipe is made with chili powder, cumin, salt, oregano and dried lime zest. The zest adds a delicious fresh spark of citrus that pairs nicely with the classic chili powder flavors. Use the rub for chicken tacos or fajitas, like these chicken chorizo fajitas! Recipe ingredients and notes: Chili powder is […]
Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Cream Cheese and Sausage
These stuffed portobello mushrooms have incredible flavor from browned Italian sausage chunks spiced with smoked hot paprika and oregano. The crispy sausage is mixed with cream cheese, sour cream and cheddar and baked in the mushrooms. Stuffing ingredients and notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! […]