Description
Enjoy the juiciest and most flavorful BBQ chicken with this easy recipe that boasts classic barbecue flavors. Whether grilled to perfection or baked in the oven, this dish is a sure crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
BBQ Sauce:
- 1 1/2 cups classic BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 375°F).
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and rub each piece with olive oil. Combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Season the chicken on both sides.
- Grill the Chicken: Place chicken on the grill, skin side down. Grill for 5–6 minutes per side, then reduce heat and cook for another 20–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Apply BBQ Sauce: Brush BBQ sauce on each piece and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning and brushing until sauce caramelizes.
- Serve: Remove from the grill, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve.
Notes
- For oven-baking, cook at 400°F for 35–40 minutes, then broil with BBQ sauce for 3–5 minutes.
- Enhance BBQ sauce with apple cider vinegar or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 lb chicken
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
