Perfect Every Time Bar-B-Q Chicken π
Overview:
Hate when the chicken is dry and tasteless? This recipe ensures succulent, flavorful chicken every time! With a simple yet effective technique of parboiling beforehand, the juices are sealed in, resulting in tender and moist meat. Plus, it only takes 20 minutes on the grill to achieve that perfect char and smoky flavor. Say goodbye to bland barbecue chicken and hello to a dish that’s bursting with flavor and juiciness!
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- Barbecue sauce
- Garlic powder
- Seasoned salt
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 721.4
- Fat: 52.9g
- Saturated Fat: 15.1g
- Cholesterol: 243.8mg
- Sodium: 227.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 57.2g
Recipe Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bring a large pot of water to a boil. |
| 2 | Cut up the whole chicken into pieces, if not already done, and carefully add them to the boiling water. |
| 3 | Let the chicken simmer in the boiling water for 30-40 minutes, ensuring it’s fully cooked but still tender. |
| 4 | Once done, remove the chicken from the pot and drain any excess water. |
| 5 | Preheat your grill or broiler to high heat. If using a grill, line it with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. |
| 6 | Sprinkle the chicken pieces generously with garlic powder and seasoned salt. |
| 7 | Place the chicken on the hot grill or under the broiler and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned and slightly crisp. |
| 8 | Brush the chicken pieces with your favorite barbecue sauce, ensuring they’re evenly coated. |
| 9 | Continue to cook the chicken, turning occasionally and basting with more barbecue sauce, until it’s crispy and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes more. |
| 10 | Once the chicken is cooked through and has a beautiful char, remove it from the grill or broiler. |
| 11 | Serve the barbecue chicken hot with your choice of sides. It pairs wonderfully with baked beans and a fresh salad! |
| 12 | Enjoy your perfectly juicy and flavorful Bar-B-Q Chicken! |
Keywords:
Poultry, Meat, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Weeknight, Easy
With this recipe, you’ll never have to worry about dry or bland chicken again. The combination of parboiling and grilling locks in the juices and infuses the meat with mouthwatering flavors. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue with friends or looking for a simple weeknight dinner idea, this Perfect Every Time Bar-B-Q Chicken is sure to be a hit!
