Mama's Bar B Que Barbecue Chicken

Get ready to savor the smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet goodness of Mama's Bar B Que Barbecue Chicken—a classic comfort food dish that will have your taste buds singing. This recipe features tender chicken legs and thighs, perfectly seasoned with a homemade spice rub of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, then brushed with a rich, customizable barbecue sauce enhanced by apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey. Whether grilled to perfection or baked in the oven for juicy results, the final step of caramelizing the sauce creates an irresistibly sticky glaze. Ideal for backyard cookouts or weeknight dinners, this easy barbecue chicken recipe is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with coleslaw, cornbread, or your favorite summer sides. Perfect your BBQ game today with Mama’s tried-and-true method!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken legs and thighs
• 1.5 cups barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon optional - red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 350°F/175°C). If using an oven, preheat it to 375°F/190°C.

Step 2

Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the chicken with olive oil, then sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the pieces, ensuring all sides are coated.

Step 5

If grilling: Place the chicken skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

If using an oven: Arrange chicken pieces on a roasting pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

While the chicken is cooking, mix the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until the sauce warms through and thickens slightly.

Step 8

During the last 10 minutes of cooking, brush the warmed barbecue sauce generously over the chicken pieces on all sides.

Step 9

If grilling: Sear the chicken over high heat for 1-2 minutes per side to caramelize the sauce.

Step 10

If using an oven: Broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes until the barbecue sauce bubbles and caramelizes.

Step 11

Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1049.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2277.6

Total Fat 108.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 5741.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 171.3g
Protein 136.2g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 190.2mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1971.2mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 34.1%