Description
Grilling season is upon us, and there's nothing quite like Juneteenth grilled BBQ chicken to elevate your summer gatherings. This recipe features succulent bone-in chicken pieces marinated in a rich blend of spices and smothered in your favorite barbecue sauce. Perfect for celebrating Juneteenth or enjoying a casual cookout, this dish brings family and friends together for an unforgettable feast filled with flavor and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken skin-side down on the grill; cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until grill marks form.
- Flip the chicken, brush generously with BBQ sauce, and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For added flavor, brush on more BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 3.5 ounces)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. - Feel free to swap out chicken thighs for breasts or use tofu for a vegetarian option.