Grandma Puckett's Bbq Chicken

Get a taste of nostalgia with Grandma Puckett’s BBQ Chicken, a timeless classic that combines tender, bone-in chicken thighs with a perfectly balanced homemade barbecue sauce. This recipe highlights the harmonious blend of tangy apple cider vinegar, sweet brown sugar, smoky paprika, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce for a rich, smoky-sweet glaze that clings beautifully to every bite. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and versatile cooking options—grill or oven—you can enjoy this dish all year round. Perfectly caramelized and bursting with flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with coleslaw, cornbread, or grilled veggies. Whether for a weekend family dinner or a summer cookout, Grandma Puckett’s BBQ Chicken is sure to bring everyone back to the table for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and water. Mix well to create the BBQ sauce.

Step 2

Place the chicken thighs on a clean work surface and pat them dry with a paper towel. Rub the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with an additional pinch of salt and pepper for seasoning.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to medium heat (approximately 350-375°F). If using an oven, preheat to 375°F.

Step 4

If grilling: Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. If baking: Arrange the chicken thighs on a sheet pan, skin-side up, and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the grill heat to low (or oven temperature to 325°F) and start basting the chicken generously with the prepared BBQ sauce. Turn the chicken every 5 minutes, basting each time, for an additional 25-30 minutes. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, cornbread, or grilled vegetables. Enjoy Grandma Puckett's delicious BBQ chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2522.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4985.6

Total Fat 339.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1620mg	0%
Sodium 6538.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 116.6g
Protein 325.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346.9mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 4921.7mg	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: 62.1%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 11.4%