Description
Grill the perfect BBQ Chicken on the Grill with this easy, flavorful recipe that will make your summer gatherings unforgettable. The smoky barbecue flavor and tender, juicy chicken make it a standout dish for family dinners and outdoor cookouts alike. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced griller, this recipe ensures delicious results every time. With minimal prep and cooking steps, you can serve up mouthwatering chicken that everyone will love. Pair it with fresh salads, grilled vegetables, or your favorite sides to create a memorable meal. Get ready to impress your guests with this classic BBQ staple!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken parts (legs, thighs, wings, breasts)
- Salt
- Extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Coat chicken pieces with olive oil and season generously with salt.
- Preheat your grill: set one side for high heat and leave the other cooler.
- Sear the chicken skin-side down over high heat for 5-10 minutes until well browned.
- Flip the chicken and move it to the cooler side of the grill. Lower the temperature to medium-low (250°F to 275°F) and cover, cooking undisturbed for 20-30 minutes.
- Baste with barbecue sauce, flip again, and repeat basting every 15-20 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 160°F for breasts and 170°F for thighs).
- Optional: Finish by searing on high heat skin-side down for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve with more sauce brushed on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 105 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Barbecue
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of BBQ Chicken (170g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 97mg