The beginning of grilling can be traced back to the 17th century when the Arawak tribe of the Caribbean and South America used sticks to create a flame over a fire and place the meat on it. They called this method of cooking Barbacoa. This idea was adopted by conquerors from Spain, who evolved it until the 18th century when people in southeastern America took up the idea. Pigs were roasted over a fire, and various sauces and different types of wood were used to give different savory flavors to the meat. Make a quick and healthy meal on the barbecue. American Grilled chicken consists of chicken parts or entire chicken that is grilled. The marinade used in this recipe is simple to prepare and doesn’t require extra time. Mixture of bold and colorful spices can be used to enhance the taste of the poultry. Any leftover seasoning mix can be stored for later use. Try it on chicken thighs, drumsticks, and wings. It’s a multipurpose blend that you can use on different meat, seafood, or vegetable to make them more exciting. So, fire up the grill because tender and juicy barbecued chicken is just minutes away! Grilled chicken has special place in American menus for summer time BBQ gatherings. Follow this mouthwatering recipe of juicy grilled chicken for your summer holidays or family gatherings.
Preparation time: 10 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Total time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken full
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- ¼ Worcester sauce
- ¾ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tomato sauce cans
- 1 onion
- Olive oil
Instructions:
- Add 2 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and add chopped onion. Stir until onions are translucent. Now add pepper, sugar, Worcester, vinegar and tomato sauce and turn the flame to high.
- After about 8 to 10 minutes turn heat to medium and let cook until sauce thickens.
- Pat dry chicken with paper towel and place on a cutting board, breast side down. Use sharp kitchen sears and remove backbone. Turn chicken over and press firmly on breast. Cut the chicken in quarters.
- Set the grill and place chicken quarters on seasoned grates. Grill the chicken from both sides for 20—to 25 minutes or until tender. Keep brushing the prepared sauce on chicken pieces while they grill. Insert a knife into one of the chicken pieces and if juices are dripping, then it is done
- When ready, serve hot with the prepared sauce.
Note: Store leftover grilled chicken in refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking. It will keep in refrigerator for 3-4 days and if you are planning on storing for longer time period then freeze it in freezer container o freezer bag for up to 3 months. When it comes to reheating, place grilled chicken covered in oven at 325F.
