Grilled Chicken With Spicy Rub Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken With Spicy Rub
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Rub; 1 tablespoon coarsely-ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder; 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, with garlic and onion; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Chicken; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature; 8 lbs chicken pieces, rinsed, and patted dry; 1 sourdough baguette, cut on diagonal into 3/4-inch -thick slices

Servings: persons

Spicy Rub
1 tablespoon coarsely-ground black pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, with garlic and onion
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Chicken
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
8 lbs chicken pieces, rinsed, and patted dry
1 sourdough baguette, cut on diagonal into 3/4-inch -thick slices

1
Combine first 9 ingredients in small bowl; whisk spice rub to blend well.
2
Transfer 1 tablespoon spice rub to medium bowl; add butter and mix well.
3
Early in day, sprinkle spicy rub over both sides of chicken pieces. Marinate in the in teh refrigerator for several hours.
4
Prepare barbecue.
5
Reserve 4 tablespoons seasoned butter. Spread remaining seasoned butter on 1 side of baguette slices. Place bread slices on platter and cover.
6
Place chicken on grill, skin-side up. Grill 20 minutes. Turn chicken over. Grill until skin is deep golden brown, about 15-20 minutes. Turn chicken again and grill, skin-side up, until thoroughly cooked and no red remains.
7
Transfer chicken to platter. Brush chicken with reserved 4 tablespoons seasoned butter.
8
Grill bread until just golden, about 2 minutes per side. Arrange toasts around chicken and serve.

1730

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

282

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Rub, 1 tablespoon coarsely-ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken With Spicy Rub 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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Grilled Chicken With Spicy Rub

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