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Yummy BBQ half chicken awaits

BBQ Half Chicken Bliss

Succulent, smoky, and full of flavor, this BBQ half chicken recipe will leave your taste buds begging for more.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 409 kcal

Equipment

  • Gas or charcoal grill
  • Tongs
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Basting brush
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cutting board
  • Kitchen shears

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken halved
  • Olive oil
  • Your favorite dry rub
  • Barbecue sauce of choice
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Pat chicken halves dry with paper towels.
  • Brush chicken with olive oil.
  • Apply a generous amount of dry rub to both sides.
  • Place chicken halves on grill, skin-side up.
  • Grill for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Baste chicken with barbecue sauce.
  • Grill for an additional 10-15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Experiment with different wood chips for a unique smoky flavor.
  • For crispier skin, grill chicken halves skin-side down for the last few minutes.
  • Customize with your favorite dry rub and barbecue sauce combinations.

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Nutrition

Calories: 409kcalProtein: 35gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 133mgPotassium: 360mgVitamin A: 267IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 2mg
Keyword barbecue sauce, BBQ, Dry Rub, half chicken
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