Description
This juicy bbq chicken recipe works perfectly on the grill, in the oven, or in the air fryer. Tender chicken gets coated in smoky barbecue sauce for a flavorful family dinner that’s easy enough for weeknights and delicious enough for cookouts.
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken thighs, drumsticks, or breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
2. Rub the chicken with olive oil.
3. Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar in a bowl.
4. Season the chicken evenly on all sides.
5. Preheat grill to medium heat, oven to 400°F, or air fryer to 375°F.
6. Cook chicken until almost fully cooked, turning occasionally.
7. Brush barbecue sauce over the chicken during the final 5–10 minutes of cooking.
8. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
Add barbecue sauce near the end of cooking to prevent burning.
Bone-in chicken stays juicier during cooking.
Use a meat thermometer for accurate results.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grill, Oven, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg