Savory Seasonings: Spicy Chicken Rub

In 1997 my body simply gave up and refused to digest the harmful component of MSG, free glutamic acid. My reaction was so severe, eating trace amounts of free glutamic acid just wasn’t an option. As a matter of survival I spent years researching this ingredient and learning everything I could on what it is, what names it is hidden under and how to cook without it. I was devastated to learn that this ingredient is hidden under more than 50 different names in virtually everything in a box, can or bag. All quick and easy meals and items on the grocery store shelf that I was accustomed to eating were no longer options.

My journey has been long but very rewarding. The more I learned about the flavor enhancers, preservatives and chemicals that are added to packaged foods, the more grateful I became for our diet change. This lifestyle has helped my husband and me feel better than we have in years. I am forever grateful for the many people that have taught me what they know about cooking from scratch and those that helped me discover fun and exciting options in the kitchen.

We have found new favorites and love this new lifestyle of cooking. Included here are a collection of recipes using pure and simple ingredients. My hope is they bring the same pleasure and enjoyment to your home as they have to ours.

The dairy/egg free recipes are from our experience with our dairy/egg allergic daughter.

I avoid the following ingredients commonly found in processed foods: Monosodium glutamate, Glutamic acid, Autolyzed yeast, Hydrolyzed protein (any protein that is hydrolyzed), Calcium caseinate, Textured protein, Monopotassium glutamate, Sodium caseinate, Yeast nutrient , Yeast extract, Yeast food, Glutamate, Gelatin, Hydrolyzed corn gluten, Natrium glutamate, Carrageenan, Soy protein, Soy protein isolate, Soy protein concentrate, Whey protein, Whey protein concentrate, Whey protein isolate, Bouillon and Broth, Natural Chicken, Beef, or Pork Flavoring, Barley malt, Malted Barley (flavor), Stock, Protease enzymes, Anything enzyme modified, Ultra-pasteurized dairy products, Maltodextrin, dextrose, Cornstarch, High fructose corn syrup, aspartame, dextrates, Flowing Agents, Natural flavor, Artificial flavor, Malt extract, Malt flavoring, Pectin, Anything protein fortified, Milk Powder, Dry Milk Solids, Annatto, Gums (guar and vegetable), Dough Conditioners, Citric acid, Protease, and the word "seasonings" when it is found on a packaged food label.

Also strictly following the migraine elimination diet.

Spicy Chicken Rub

1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 TBSP chili powder
2 TBSP paprika
1 TBSP cumin
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper (can use more for a spicer rub)
1 TBSP garlic powder
3 tsp. mustard powder
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. black pepper

Combine spices and store until ready to use. Rub generously over chicken or turkey. Cover and place chicken in the fridge for an hour, then grill or sauté.

To Sauté:
Heat a sauté pan over medium heat. When hot, add a small amount of olive oil, then place chicken breasts in oil. Cook through, then remove chicken and add 2 cups of chicken broth to deglaze pan. Thicken with flour or arrowroot powder to create a sauce. Add a little more rub to the sauce along with diced tomatoes. Serve with rice and vegetables.

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This is a perfect combination of spices- we all love it. It has just enough kick for me and my husband but is mild enough for our little daughter. It also adds great flavor to the sauce that goes over the chicken. The premix of spices should last in a cool, dry cupboard for 6 months. Recipe courtesy of RecipeZaar.

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