Looking for a delicious recipe for barbecue chicken? Here's a simple and tasty BBQ chicken recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
- Rinse the chicken thighs and drumsticks under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl.
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Rub the marinade evenly over the chicken pieces, making sure to coat them thoroughly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight for more flavour.
Preheat the Grill:
- Preheat your barbecue grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Place the chicken pieces on the preheated grill, skin side down, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is nicely browned and has grill marks.
- Flip the chicken pieces and brush the skin side with barbecue sauce. Cook for another 5-7 minutes.
Baste and Finish:
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Continue to flip and baste the chicken with barbecue sauce every 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
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This process usually takes about 25-30 minutes, depending on your grill and the size of the chicken pieces.
Serve:
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the barbecue chicken with your favourite sides, such as coleslaw, baked beans, or grilled vegetables.
Enjoy your delicious barbecue chicken!