Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken
Bring a taste of the South to your table with Southern Style Honey Barbecued Chicken, a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a rich, sweet, and tangy homemade barbecue sauce. Perfect for grilling enthusiasts, this recipe features chicken drumsticks or thighs coated in a luscious blend of honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder. With its irresistibly sticky glaze and smoky aroma, this Southern-inspired favorite is easy to prepare and ready to impress in under an hour. Serve it straight off the grill with extra sauce for dipping, and watch it disappear at your next cookout or family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken drumsticks or thighs
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the chicken drumsticks or thighs with paper towels. Set aside on a plate.
In a medium saucepan, combine honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to blend.
Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Mix thoroughly and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium heat, around 350°F (175°C). Brush the grill grates lightly with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Brush each chicken piece generously with the honey barbecue sauce, making sure to coat all sides.
Place the chicken on the preheated grill. Close the lid and cook for 30-35 minutes, turning the chicken every 7-8 minutes and basting with more sauce each time.
Check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with extra sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.0 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 3991 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.8 g | ||
| Protein | 203.1 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2331 mg | 50% | |
*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.
