Old Fashioned Bbq Chicken
Transport your taste buds back to backyard cookouts with this Old Fashioned BBQ Chicken recipe, a classic dish loaded with smoky, tangy flavors. Featuring tender, bone-in chicken pieces perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic, and onion powders, this recipe balances simplicity with bold taste. A homemade barbecue sauce made from ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika takes this dish to the next level, creating a sticky, caramelized glaze as it cooks to perfection on the grill or in the oven. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners, picnics, or summer gatherings. Pair it with coleslaw, cornbread, or your favorite sides for a meal that's sure to bring everyone together. Ideal for fans of traditional barbecue, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for smoky, saucy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (legs, thighs, breasts, or wings)
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F to 400°F). If using an oven, preheat it to 375°F.
In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Rub the chicken pieces with olive oil and evenly coat them with the spice mixture. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, and hot sauce (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Place the chicken pieces on the preheated grill (or a baking sheet if using the oven) skin-side down. Cook covered for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Brush the chicken with the barbecue sauce and continue grilling for another 20-25 minutes, flipping and basting every 5-7 minutes to build a caramelized glaze. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 311.2 g | 399% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.2 g | 431% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1452 mg | 484% | |
| Sodium | 10064 mg | 438% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.1 g | ||
| Protein | 329.5 g | 659% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 4102 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
