Best 14 Spicy Grilled Barbecue Chicken Recipes

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Are you craving a tantalizing and flavorful grilled barbecue chicken dish that packs a spicy punch? Look no further! This article will guide you through the culinary journey of creating the ultimate spicy grilled barbecue chicken. With a symphony of spices and the smoky essence of grilled chicken, this recipe will ignite your taste buds and leave you yearning for more. From selecting the freshest ingredients to marinating techniques and grilling tips, we'll uncover the secrets to achieving that perfect balance of heat and flavor. So prepare to embark on a spicy adventure as we explore the art of cooking the most delectable spicy grilled barbecue chicken.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BBQ GRILLED CHICKEN



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BBQ Grilled Chicken is perfectly tender and covered in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. It's wonderfully easy to make and it's the perfect summer cookout BBQ chicken recipe.

Provided by Christin Mahrlig

Categories     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, (minced)
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teapsoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teapsoon cayenne pepper
1 chicken, (cut up)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan and add garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add remaining ingredients, EXCEPT chicken. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Note: Can be made a day in advance and refrigerated.
  • Heat grill to medium and lightly grease the grates.Place chicken on grill and cook for 30 to 40 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Baste chicken with sauce. Continue to grill and baste with sauce every 5 minutes for 15 more minutes. Serve with any leftover sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY BBQ CHICKEN



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The traditional BBQ sauce for grilled chicken (or ribs!) that everyone has had at some point -- very tasty with a little extra personality. You will not regret cooking!

Provided by chefmommyof4

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup ketchup
⅓ cup vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ (5 ounce) bottle hot pepper sauce
1 (3 pound) chicken, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the onion and garlic until tender. Mix in ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, dry mustard, salt, pepper and hot sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Place chicken on grill. Brush constantly with the sauce and cook 8 to 15 minutes on each side, depending on size of piece, until juices run clear. Discard any remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 99.6 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 679.1 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN



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This recipe is very easy to make! Perfect for summer barbeques, but it can be broiled indoors anytime. Always a favorite!

Provided by Jenn H.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon grated lime zest
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 ½ teaspoons fresh oregano
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a shallow glass dish, mix the oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes each side, or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 446.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SPICY BARBECUED CHICKEN



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This spicy, saucy chicken is great served with basil-buttered grilled corn on the cob and fresh coleslaw. -Rita Wintrode, Corryton, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chili sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning blend, divided
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided
2 teaspoons ground mustard
2 teaspoons chili powder
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add chili sauce, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon seasoning blend and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, mix mustard, chili powder and remaining seasoning blend and cayenne; rub over chicken. Lightly coat grill rack with cooking oil., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 4 minutes. Turn; grill 4-6 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°, brushing tops occasionally with chili sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY GRILLED BARBECUE CHICKEN



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My grown children still beg for my chicken. They like the savory barbecue sauce so much, they've been known to hover over me, trying to snitch a spoonful behind my back. -Patricia Parker, Connelly Springs, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 broiler/fryer chickens (3-1/2 to 4 pounds each), cut up

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. , Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 40 minutes, turning several times. Set half of the barbecue sauce aside. Baste chicken with remaining sauce; grill 5-10 minutes longer or until juices run clear. Serve with reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 1163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 49g protein.

SPICY SWEET-AND-SOUR GRILLED CHICKEN



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Provided by Alexis Touchet

Categories     Chicken     Onion     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Vinegar     Hot Pepper     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Chile Pepper     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Sauce:
1 cup water
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons tomato paste (from a 6-ounce can)
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup distilled white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup minced onion (about 1 medium)
1/3 cup minced serrano or jalapeño chiles with seeds
1/4 cup minced garlic (about 9 large cloves)
Chicken:
6 large chicken drumsticks (about 1 1/2 pounds)
6 large chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), trimmed of any excess fat and skin
Lime wedges for serving
Special Equipment
Instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Stir together water and tomato paste in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan until smooth, then stir in remaining sauce ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring, then reduce heat and briskly simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is reduced to 2 1/4 cups, 50 to 60 minutes. Stir frequently toward end of cooking to prevent sticking. Reserve 1 cup sauce for serving.
  • Prepare grill for indirect-heat grilling over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas grills; see Grilling Procedure ).
  • Pat chicken dry (do not season with salt and pepper). Lightly oil grill rack and place chicken, skin side down, on area with no coals underneath (over turned-off burner if using gas). Grill, covered, turning once, until chicken registers 165°F, 22 to 25 minutes. (Chicken may appear pale; no cause for worry.)
  • Brush generously all over with some of sauce, then move chicken directly over coals (turned-on burners if using gas). Grill chicken, covered, turning and moving to area with no coals or heat underneath if flare-ups occur, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes more. (Add more charcoal during grilling if necessary to maintain heat.)
  • Serve chicken with reserved sauce.

JO MAMA'S HOT AND SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN



Jo Mama's Hot and Spicy Grilled Chicken image

The sauce for this chicken has such an explosion of flavors--you'll want to lick the plate when you are done. It's sweet, sour, spicy and savory--and it has a bit of a kick. You will end up with nearly 3 cups of sauce, but trust me--you will want all of it.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup chopped onions or 2 tablespoons onion powder
2 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
1 garlic cloves or 1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 -3 lbs chicken parts (with skin or without skin, it is up to you)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except for the chicken and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from the heat and cool. Refrigerate sauce overnight to blend flavors.
  • Heat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • Apply sauce to chicken (I spoon it on). Grill to desired doneness, applying sauce liberally as you turn chicken. Cook until done through.
  • If you don't contaminate the sauce with the raw chicken, you can serve it with the cooked chicken. If it gets contaminated, simmer it on the stove for a few minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.7, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 117.5, Sodium 1120.7, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5, Protein 36.9

SWEET AND SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN



Sweet and Spicy Grilled Chicken image

This simple recipe has become my family's favorite way to eat chicken. The blend of sweet and spicy is perfect. -Melissa Ball, Pearisburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons onion powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Combine the first five ingredients; rub over chicken. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts :

SPICY GRILLED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN



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Grilling tends to dry chicken but brining in buttermilk first ensures tender and juicy chicken. For this recipe, I seasoned the buttermilk with chipotle, coriander, cumin, and lime to give it a spicy Southwest flair.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups buttermilk
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 lime, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Whisk buttermilk, cilantro, lime, garlic, chili powder, coriander, and cumin together in a bowl until smooth. Pour into a 1-gallon-sized resealable bag. Add chicken, close bag, and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and discard any extra marinade. Grill chicken for 16 minutes, flipping at the halfway mark.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 134.1 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 51.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 244 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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A quick , tasty and spicy grilled chicken dish. Tastes best when done on a bbq, but just as tasty on an indoor grill. For more spice, use Frank's Extra Hot or sprinkle some cayenne pepper over the breasts.

Provided by Nat5963

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup frank red hot sauce
garlic powder
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Coat both sides of chicken breasts in Frank's Red Hot.
  • Sprinkle both sides generously with garlic powder.
  • Sprinkle both sides with black pepper.
  • Let stand in fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  • Spray grill with oil.
  • Preheat on high for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to grill with tongs and cook for 7-10 minutes on each side until done.
  • Baste with hot sauce while cooking for more flavour.

BARBECUED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SPICY PEACH GLAZE



Barbecued Chicken Breasts with Spicy Peach Glaze image

The perfect summer dish, this chicken is even better served cold the next day.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup peach preserves or jam
1 large clove garlic, minced (1 teaspoon)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 chicken breasts (about 5 pounds), split
4 ripe peaches, cut in half and pitted

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium hot. In a medium mixing bowl, combine preserves, garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, and mix well to combine.
  • Sprinkle chicken breasts with additional salt and pepper, and place, skin side down, on the grill. Cook the chicken about 10 minutes on each side before brushing the upturned side with glaze. Continue cooking chicken for another 10 to 12 minutes, turning it every 3 to 5 minutes and brushing each upturned side with glaze every time, until the chicken is cooked through. Move chicken to the oven or a cooler part of grill if it gets too dark before it is cooked through.
  • Place peach halves on the grill, cut side down, and grill 2 minutes. Turn, and brush the tops with glaze. Grill 3 to 4 minutes more, until the peaches are soft and the cavities fill with juices. Transfer the cooked chicken and peaches to a serving platter.

SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN STRIPS



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Liven up your next barbecue with these tender marinated pieces of chicken breast, with a delicious spicy flavour. Very simple to make and fantastic hot or cold, ideal for picnics. I have used the marinade for turkey, pork fillets, prawns and even tuna steaks (cut marinade time down to 1 hour for fish). Serve with a bowl of yoghurt/cucumber/mint or a dip of sour cream with juice of 1/2 a lime and 1/4 teaspoon of paprika.

Provided by Nic2371

Categories     Poultry

Time 23m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 lbs skinless boneless turkey breasts
1 medium onion
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped roughly
1 -4 garlic clove, peeled
3 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons peanut oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon tomato puree or 1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Slice the chicken breast into thin strips, about 1 inch wide and put into a bowl.
  • Put all other ingredients (marinade) into a blender/liquidizer and whiz to a smooth paste.
  • Mix the marinade thoroughly with the chicken strips, cover with cling film and leave in fridge for 4 hours or overnight if possible.
  • Put grill to highest heat and spread chicken directly onto rack (leave marinade on chicken, don't wipe off), grill for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until almost black in patches.
  • Note: You can also grill/broil this indoors, place a wire rack onto a baking sheet that has been lined with foil (to catch the drips) turn grill up to highest heat and cook 8-10 minutes.
  • Recipe Idea: Try Chicken Kebabs, cube the chicken, marinade and just before cooking thread onto wooden skewers, remember to soak the skewers in water for an hour or so, before threading, to stop them burning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.8, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 131.7, Sodium 442.7, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 53.2

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SPICY BARBECUE SAUCE



Grilled Chicken with Spicy Barbecue Sauce image

Use this rich, smoky sauce for marinating and basting meat or chicken before grilling. Spice lovers rejoice -- this recipe packs one hot punch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield Makes 3 cups sauce

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 dried mora peppers
4 dried cascabel peppers
3 dried pequín peppers
3 pounds tomatoes, cored and quartered
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
8 chicken-breast halves, skin on and bone in
Olive or canola oil for the grill

Steps:

  • Toast the dried peppers in a skillet on medium-high heat; using tongs, turn so they brown evenly. Remove when just browned; peppers can burn quickly so watch closely. Transfer to medium bowl. Cover with hot water, and soak until softened, about 30 minutes. When the peppers are cool enough to handle, pat dry, break apart, and remove the stems and seeds. Chop peppers. Reserve strained liquid for another use.
  • Place the tomatoes and peppers in medium saucepan, and simmer with 2 to 3 tablespoons water over low heat until mixture is very liquid, 20 to 30 minutes. Pass through a food mill fitted with the medium disk to remove seeds and skins.
  • Return the tomato liquid to saucepan. Add the salt, pepper, ginger, allspice, sugar, vinegar, and molasses. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce to a simmer, and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half, 50 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool to room temperature. Sauce will keep in the refrigerator, tightly sealed, for up to 1 month.
  • Place the chicken in a large nonreactive pan. Rub about 4 tablespoons barbecue sauce over each breast; refrigerate remaining sauce for another grilling. Rub the grill well with oil, and heat to medium high. (Chicken can also be cooked on a well-oiled grill pan or under the broiler on a rimmed baking sheet.) Cook over even heat, turning as needed to keep from scorching, 6 to 8 minutes per side. (If the chicken breasts are thick, finish cooking all the way through by moving them to the coolest part of the grill and covering them, or by putting them in a 350 degrees oven 15 to 20 minutes, until juices run clear.) Serve with Confetti Corn Bread and any of the fresh salsas and condiments.

SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN



Spicy Grilled Chicken image

Meet the Cook: Very near the top of the list of foods I prepare for company is this chicken. It's easy to fix and has never flopped. It is a family favorite, too - any leftovers are great in a salad or sandwich. My husband and I are the parents of eight, who range in age from 24 to 11. We also have three grandchildren. -Edith Maki, Hancock, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup grapefruit juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container, combine the first 15 ingredients; mix well. Reserve 1/3 cup for basting and refrigerate. Add chicken to remaining marinade and turn to coat. Seal bag or cover the container; refrigerate overnight. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side. Baste with reserved marinade. Continue grilling for 6-8 minutes or until juices run clear, basting and turning several times.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the chicken its flavor, so make sure to use a flavorful one. The recipe in the article uses a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and spices, but you can use any combination of ingredients that you like.
  • Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes: The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavor it will absorb. If you don't have time to marinate the chicken for 30 minutes, you can still marinate it for a shorter amount of time, but the flavor will not be as pronounced.
  • Grill the chicken over medium heat: Grilling the chicken over medium heat will help to prevent it from drying out. If you grill the chicken over high heat, it will cook too quickly and the inside will be undercooked.
  • Baste the chicken with the marinade while it is grilling: Basting the chicken with the marinade will help to keep it moist and flavorful. You can also use a barbecue sauce or other sauce of your choice.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: Letting the chicken rest before serving will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken.

Conclusion:

Spicy grilled barbecue chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. By following the tips above, you can make sure that your chicken is flavorful, juicy, and tender. So fire up the grill and get cooking!

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