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Grilled BBQ Chicken

Delicious Grilled BBQ Chicken with Sweet Sticky Glaze

Enjoy the irresistible flavor of Grilled BBQ Chicken with a sweet sticky glaze that transforms your summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Skin-on Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil or ghee/coconut oil
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce opt for Stubb’s Original
  • 1/4 cup Honey optional if BBQ sauce is sweet
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • Grill
  • large zip-top bag
  • bowl
  • tongs
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Gently season chicken thighs and drumsticks with kosher salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Mix BBQ sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a bowl. Add chicken to mixture, coat well, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  3. Remove chicken from fridge, drain excess marinade, and pat dry. Brush with canola oil and season again with salt and pepper.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F to 375°F) for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Grill chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until grill marks appear.
  6. Move chicken to cooler side of the grill, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Brush with reserved BBQ sauce during the last 3-5 minutes of cooking, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Pat chicken dry for better grill marks. Marinate overnight for best flavor.

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