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Mastering BBQ Chicken: Oven and Grill Methods
Get ready to elevate your cooking skills with our classic BBQ Chicken recipe, ideal for both oven and grill preparations! Whether you’re a kitchen novice or a seasoned pro, this guide will ensure your BBQ Chicken turns out mouth-wateringly delicious every time. Plus, I’m thrilled to share my new all-purpose seasoning, available for purchase now!
What You’ll Need
To embark on this culinary adventure, gather the following ingredients and kitchen tools:
Brining Ingredients:
- 10 cups water
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup salt
- 2-3 tablespoons chicken bouillon
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose seasoning
- Fresh herbs: rosemary and thyme
- 2-3 cloves of fresh garlic
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 1/2 onion (sliced)
Chicken:
- 4 leg quarters (or your preferred cut of chicken)
BBQ Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 cups of your favorite BBQ sauce
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and BBQ seasoning (to taste)
Preparation Steps
1. Brine the Chicken
Brining is essential for juicy chicken:
- In a large pot, combine all brine ingredients and bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- For quicker cooling, pour over ice.
- Place the chicken in the brine and refrigerate for 4-24 hours.
2. Dry and Season the Chicken
Once brined, thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels.
- Season generously with my all-purpose seasoning and any additional BBQ seasoning you prefer.
Cooking Methods
Oven Method:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Sear the chicken skin-side down in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip to sear the other side.
- Transfer the chicken to a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175°F (80°C).
- For the finishing touch, brush warm BBQ sauce on the chicken for the last 15 minutes of baking.
Grill Method:
- Preheat your grill.
- Begin grilling directly over the fire, skin-side down, for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip.
- Move the chicken to the indirect side of the grill.
- Grill for 30-45 minutes, or until the temperature is 175°F (80°C).
- Brush on warm BBQ sauce during the last 15 minutes of cooking for added flavor.
Key Takeaways
- Brining is key to moist chicken, enhancing flavor and texture.
- Searing before baking or grilling helps achieve that crispy skin.
- Using BBQ sauce towards the last stages of cooking prevents burning and maximizes flavor.
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Let’s make it happen – enjoy your BBQ chicken and the smiles it brings to your table! 🍗✨
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