This grilled BBQ chicken recipe will result in flavorsome and succulent chicken every time! This whole chicken recipe is quick and easy to make and is a real crowd pleaser!
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, pepper, allspice, and salt. Season all sides of the chicken pieces with the spice rub.
3-4 pounds whole chicken, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, 3 teaspoons chili powder, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Grill 8 minutes, flip, and cook 6-8 minutes more until lightly charred but not yet cooked through.
Using a basting brush, coat each piece of chicken in barbecue sauce. Continue grilling, turning and basting with barbecue sauce often, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
½ cup barbecue sauce
When cooked through, the thickest part of the thigh will register 165°F.
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Storage: Store grilled BBQ chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.