Description
Grilling juicy chicken halves is an impressive yet simple way to elevate your backyard gatherings. This recipe combines a flavorful dry rub and a zesty basting sauce, ensuring each bite is packed with taste. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a casual family dinner, these grilled chicken halves will be the star of your meal. With easy-to-follow steps and tips for perfecting your grilling technique, you’ll create tender, moist chicken that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (cut in half)
- 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chile powder
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- Juice of one lemon
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it in half and patting it dry.
- Apply the dry rub generously under the skin and on the surface.
- Preheat your grill to high heat (500°F). Once heated, lower to around 375°F.
- Grill the chicken halves skin-side down, basting with the prepared sauce every 15 minutes for about an hour.
- After one hour, coat with BBQ sauce and grill for an additional four minutes.
- Let rest for ten minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg