Ingredients
– 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
– 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
– 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating delicious Grilled BBQ Chicken is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs and breasts to the marinade. Ensure they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F).
4. Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Place the chicken on the grill, skin side down.
5. Cook for 5-7 Minutes: Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on one side until you see nice grill marks.
6. Flip the Chicken: Turn the chicken over and brush with BBQ sauce. Grill for another 5-7 minutes.
7. Baste and Cook: Continue basting with BBQ sauce and grill for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
These steps will guide you to create incredible Grilled BBQ Chicken that is sure to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 32g