Chicken Southern Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Chicken Southern Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 boneless chicken breasts (skin on); 12 ounces warm beer; ½ cup butter; 6 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons paprika; 5 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons chile powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

1
First, melt the butter, then stir in all the powdered ingredients.
2
Slowly stir in the beer (room temperature) until the mixture is uniform.
3
Keep warm so the butter does not harden and stir well before basting.
4
Grill the chicken on each side (wings, breasts, whatever - but make sure the skin is ON) over medium coals and control the flare-ups with a water squirt-bottle.
5
Begin basting as soon as the skin starts to get crispy.
6
Continue cooking and turn chicken a total of four times, basting each time after the first baste.
7
Chicken should be well grilled on the outside but not burned.About 60 minutes total.
8
Skin should be crispy and laden with the caramelized baste.

819

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 boneless chicken breasts (skin on), 12 ounces warm beer, ½ cup butter, 6 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Chicken Southern Grilled Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Southern Grilled Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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