Description
Grilled Chicken Quarters are a flavorful and satisfying dish that brings smoky goodness and juicy tenderness right to your dinner table. Perfect for family gatherings, weekend barbecues, or just a quick weeknight meal, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your cooking repertoire. The simple preparation and minimal ingredients make it accessible for cooks of all skill levels. With the right combination of spices and barbecue sauce, these chicken quarters will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Leg Quarters (Bone In, Skin On)
- 1/4 cup Barbecue Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Oregano
Instructions
- Mix all rub ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
- Rinse chicken quarters under cold water, then pat dry.
- Generously rub the seasoning mixture over each piece.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F), turning off center burners for indirect cooking.
- Place chicken on the cooler side of the grill and cook for 40-50 minutes, flipping every 10 minutes until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Move chicken to direct heat, baste with barbecue sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the skin.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Chicken Leg Quarter (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg