Dairy-Free Classic Chicken BBQ

Fire up the grill for this Dairy-Free Classic Chicken BBQ, a flavorful twist on a backyard favorite that's perfect for those seeking a dairy-free option without sacrificing any of the smoky, tangy goodness. Juicy chicken thighs are generously coated in a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic, then basted with a mouthwatering blend of dairy-free BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. The result is tender, caramelized chicken with that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky barbecue essence. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is ideal for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or whenever you're craving a crowd-pleasing BBQ dish. Pair it with grilled veggies or a crisp coleslaw for a complete, wholesome meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

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Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

8 pieces Chicken thighs
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Onion powder
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Chili powder
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
1 cup BBQ sauce (dairy-free)
2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken pieces.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the dairy-free BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Set aside for basting.

Step 5

Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Flip the chicken thighs and continue to grill for another 10 minutes.

Step 7

Brush the chicken thighs with the BBQ sauce mixture and grill for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Flip the chicken, brush the other side with BBQ sauce, and grill for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Continue to grill, occasionally basting with more BBQ sauce, until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (approximately another 5-10 minutes).

Step 10

Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free classic chicken BBQ!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1554.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3380.0

Total Fat 160.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1128mg	0%
Sodium 5318.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 137.2g
Protein 313.4g	0%

Vitamin D 84IU	0%
Calcium 160.7mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 3410.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 37.6%

Carbs: 19.0%