Best 4 Favorite Barbecue Chicken Recipes
With the smoky aroma dancing in the air, barbecue chicken reigns supreme as a culinary delight that tantalizes taste buds and brings people together. Whether you fancy a classic grilled chicken basted in a sweet and tangy sauce, or a slow-cooked, fall-off-the-bone delight infused with a blend of spices, the perfect barbecue chicken recipe awaits. As you embark on this journey to discover your favorite barbecue chicken, let's explore the world of flavors, techniques, and ingredients that will elevate your grilling or smoking experience and create a dish that will become a cherished part of your culinary repertoire.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FAVORITE BARBECUED CHICKEN
What better place to find a fantastic barbecue chicken than Texas, and that's where this one is from-it's my father-in-law's own recipe. We've served it at many family reunions and think it's the best! -Bobbie Morgan, Woodstock, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Grill skin side down, uncovered, on a greased grill rack over medium heat for 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, make barbecue sauce by heating oil over medium heat. Add onion; saute until tender. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Turn chicken; brush with barbecue sauce. Grill 15-25 minutes longer, brushing frequently with sauce, until a thermometer reads 165° when inserted in the breast and 170°-175° in the thigh.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein.
FAVORITE BARBECUE CHICKEN
A not-too-sweet, not-too-tangy barbecue sauce that everyone loves. Finishes in almost a glaze and would also be great on pork chops or ribs.
Provided by Amanda Anne
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until tender. Stir in ketchup, honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes to thicken sauce. Remove from heat, and allow to cool.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Dip chicken in sauce, and turn to coat. Cook on grill for 10 to 15 minutes, turning once. Move chicken to the skillet with sauce. Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.9 calories, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 714.1 mg, Sugar 56 g
THE ULTIMATE BARBECUED CHICKEN
For the Ultimate Barbecued Chicken, Tyler Florence first grills the bird, then bastes it in his homemade sauce from Food Network.
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories main-dish
Time 3h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the brine, in a mixing bowl combine the water, salt, sugar, garlic, and thyme. Transfer the brine to a 2-gallon sized re-sealable plastic bag. Add the chicken, close the bag and refrigerate 2 hours (if you've only got 15 minutes, that's fine) to allow the salt and seasonings to penetrate the chicken.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce. Wrap the bacon around the bunch of thyme and tie with kitchen twine so you have a nice bundle. Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the thyme and cook slowly 3 to 4 minutes to render the bacon fat and give the sauce a nice smoky taste. Add the onion and garlic and cook slowly without coloring for 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, give the sauce a stir, and turn the heat down to low. Cook slowly for 20 minutes to meld the flavors. Once the sauce is done cooking, remove about 1 1/2 cups of the sauce and reserve for serving along side the chicken at the table. The rest of the barbecue sauce will be used for basing the legs.
- Preheat oven 375 degrees F.
- Preheat a grill pan or an outdoor gas or charcoal barbecue to a medium heat. Take a few paper towels and fold them several times to make a thick square. Blot a small amount of oil on the paper towel and carefully and quickly wipe the hot grates of the grill to make a nonstick surface. Take the chicken out of the brine, pat it dry on paper towels. Arrange the chicken pieces on the preheated grill and cook, turn once mid-way, and cook for a total of 10 minutes. Transfer the grill marked chicken to a cookie sheet and then place in the oven. Cook the chicken for 15 minutes, remove it from the oven and then brush liberally, coating every inch of the legs with the barbecue sauce and then return to the oven for 25 to 30 more minutes, basting the chicken for a second time half way through remaining cooking time. Serve with extra sauce.
BEST EVER BBQ CHICKEN
The BBQ sauce on this juicy grilled chicken is out-of-this world! We "wow" people with this recipe every summer during outdoor entertaining. I always double the sauce recipe to have extra on the side for dipping. The original recipe calls for 2 small boiler chickens quartered but we prefer using bone-in, skin on chicken breasts. Slow cooking on the grill gives it the best flavor. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do - it's a favorite at this house.
Provided by DDW7976
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan, saute the garlic in butter until tender.
- Add the next 8 ingredients.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Grill the chicken, covered over medium heat for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Baste with sauce.
- Grill 15 minutes longer or until juices run clear.
- Continue basting and turning during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Serve with any extra sauce you set aside for dipping.
- (The sauce is just that delicious!).
Tips:
- Use a flavorful marinade to infuse the chicken with delicious flavor. A marinade made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and spices is a great option.
- Don't overcrowd the grill. Make sure there is enough space between the chicken pieces so that they can cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from burning on the outside while remaining raw on the inside.
- Flip the chicken regularly. This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly on all sides.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done cooking when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Barbecue chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're grilling it in the backyard, cooking it in the oven, or smoking it in a smoker, there's a barbecue chicken recipe that's perfect for you. With a little bit of effort, you can create a mouthwatering barbecue chicken dish that will be a hit with your family and friends.
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