Grilled BBQ Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
478 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled BBQ Chicken
Description
This recipe starts with a whole chicken cut into pieces, rubbed with olive oil and seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Grilling the chicken skin side down over medium heat creates a crispy, flavorful exterior. After initial grilling, the chicken is turned and brushed with barbecue sauce multiple times, allowing a sticky, caramelized coating to develop. Careful cooking ensures the breast reaches 165°F and the thighs 175°F for safe consumption while preserving juiciness.
The chicken is rested briefly after grilling to let juices redistribute, resulting in tender cuts. This grilled BBQ chicken pairs well with classic barbecue sides or salads for a complete meal with a smoky, tangy taste.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken cut into pieces (3-4 pounds, whole
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Rub chicken with olive oil and season with salt & pepper to taste.
- Cook chicken skin side down on an oiled grate for 15 minutes.
- Turn over, baste with barbecue sauce. Cook an additional 20-30 minutes continuing to brush with sauce (breast should reach 165°F and thighs should reach 175°F).
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 478 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 478 | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1068mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 461mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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