Best 3 Lemon Barbecued Chicken Recipes

Lemon barbecued chicken is a flavorful and tangy dish that is sure to please everyone at your next cookout. With its succulent chicken, zesty lemon marinade, and smoky barbecue sauce, this recipe is a classic for a reason. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a beginner, follow our step-by-step guide and you'll have a delicious lemon barbecued chicken ready in no time.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON BARBECUED CHICKEN

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My husband loves chicken, so when we bought our first charcoal grill, we needed a recipe for barbecued chicken. We ended up combining two recipes to come up with this one. We've used it the past 3 or 4 years now and haven't come across any recipe that's better.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up

Steps:

Whisk together the first 10 ingredients. Add onion; set aside 1/4 cup. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill the chicken, covered, over indirect medium heat for 45 minutes or until juices run clear, turning and basting with reserved marinade every 8-10 minutes., To bake chicken: After marinating, place chicken in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until juices run clear, basting occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein.

LEMON BARBECUED CHICKEN - DIABETIC FRIENDLY

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Make and share this Lemon Barbecued Chicken - Diabetic Friendly recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup corn oil
1 green onion, with green top chopped
6 chicken breast halves (2-1/2 to 3 pounds) or 6 chicken legs and 6 chicken thighs (2-1/2 to 3 pounds)

Steps:

Mix the Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest, salt, dry mustard, and oregano in a small bowl. Gradually stir in the lemon juice, followed by the oil and chopped green onions.
Brush the mixture over the chicken pieces. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Prepare a charcoal grill or gas grill.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place skin side down on the grill. (Set 3 to 6 inches from charcoal that has reached the light gray ash stage).
Cook 30 minutes for breast halves and 40 minutes for thighs, turning every 10 to 15 minutes.
Serving size: 1 breast half or 1 leg and 1 thigh.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.8, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 452.8, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 15.3

BROILED (OR BARBECUED) CHICKEN WITH LEMON

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This recipe is adapted from Perfect Greek a collection of essential recipes. You can broil the chicken or grill on the back yard barbecue. Note: The times indicated do not include marinating time of at least 2 hours.

Provided by PanNan

Categories Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 chicken quarters
2 lemons, juice and zest of
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 sprigs fresh thyme
salt
pepper

Steps:

Prick the skin of the chicken quarters all over with a fork. Place the chicken in a zip bag and add the lemon juice, oil, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Reserve the zest for garnishing later.
Close the bag and shake and squish contents to mix well and coat the chicken. Let rest in the refrigerator at least 2 hours.
Preheat the broiler or barbecue. Baste chicken with marinade periodically and broil or grill at least 30 - 40 minutes, or until done (the juices will run clear when pierced with a skewer).
Serve hot, with lemon zest sprinkled over the chicken.

Tips:

To achieve the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest. Bottled lemon juice or store-bought lemon zest will not provide the same depth of flavor.
Make sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more tender.
If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help prevent them from burning.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the chicken. This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the chicken.
Cook the chicken for 8-10 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as this will make it dry and tough.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Lemon barbecued chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The bright and tangy lemon flavor pairs perfectly with the smoky flavor of the grill. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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