Grilled BBQ Chicken Recipe
This grilled BBQ chicken is made with simple dry rub and then basted with BBQ sauce for an easy recipe that is tender, juicy and mouth watering any night of the week!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces with oil, paprika, salt, and pepper until completely coated. Let rest while the grill preheats.
- Preheat one side of the grill to medium-high heat. Leave one side open for the chicken to be placed in indirect heat.
- Place the chicken skin-side down over direct heat and grill for 4–5 minutes on each side, until the skin is crisp.
- Flip the chicken skin-side up and move to indirect heat. Brush each thigh with BBQ sauce, then close the grill and cook 2–5 minutes until the sauce caramelizes.
- Remove from the grill, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
Chicken pieces: This recipe is for larger chicken pieces, so your time may be shorter if cooking with smaller pieces. Wings, for instance, will be much quicker than other pieces.
Chicken skin: I recommend grilling with the skin on, as it helps protect the meat and can add great flavor.
Storing: It will stay fresh in the fridge in an airtight container or bag for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Wrap each whole chicken breast (do not slice) in plastic wrap, then place in an airtight container or bag. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator over night when ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 566kcal, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 39g, Fat: 36g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g, Monounsaturated Fat: 16g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 154mg, Sodium: 926mg, Potassium: 502mg, Fiber: 0.5g, Sugar: 16g, Vitamin A: 436IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 39mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
