Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer delight with this BBQ Chicken (Grilled) recipe. Perfectly grilled to juicy perfection, this dish features tender chicken thighs or drumsticks coated in a secret homemade BBQ sauce that will have your guests coming back for more. With its smoky flavors and beautifully charred finish, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion—from family cookouts to festive gatherings. Even novice grillers can master this crowd-pleaser, making it a must-try for your next outdoor feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ to 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by bringing it to room temperature and patting it dry.
- Mix the dry rub ingredients in a small bowl and coat the chicken thoroughly.
- Heat one side of the grill for high, direct heat and leave the other side off for indirect cooking.
- Grill the chicken on the indirect heat side for about 30 to 35 minutes, flipping every 10 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F to 165°F.
- Brush BBQ sauce on each piece and grill covered for an additional few minutes until reaching an internal temperature of 175°F.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg