Ina Garten Barbecued Chicken Recipe

Name: Ina Garten Barbecued Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole chickens; Barbecue Sauce; 1 large yellow onion; 3 garlic cloves; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup tomato paste (10 ounces); 1 cup cider vinegar; 1 cup honey; 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1 cup hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 whole chickens
Barbecue Sauce
1 large yellow onion
3 garlic cloves
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup tomato paste (10 ounces)
1 cup cider vinegar
1 cup honey
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes

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Marinate the chickens in 2/3 of the barbecue sauce for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
2
Heat the coals in a charcoal grill. Spread the bottom of the grill with a single layer of hot coals and then add a few more coals 5 minutes before cooking, which will keep the fire going longer. Place the chicken quarters on the grill, skin side down, and cook for about 45 minutes, turning once or twice to cook evenly on both sides. Brush with the marinade, as needed. The chicken quarters are done when you insert a knife between a leg and thigh and the juices run clear. Discard any unused marinade.
3
Serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side.
4
Barbecue Sauce:
5
In a large saucepan on low heat, saute the onions and garlic with the vegetable oil for 10 to 15 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not browned. Add the tomato paste, vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, chili powder, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Simmer uncovered on low heat for 30 minutes. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator.
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767

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole chickens, Barbecue Sauce, 1 large yellow onion, 3 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Ina Garten Barbecued 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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Ina Garten Barbecued Chicken

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