Grilled Half Chicken
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoon(s) salt
- 1 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon(s) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon(s) dried herbs *See note
- 1 teaspoon(s) brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
- Avocado or vegetable oil
- Half chicken about 2 pounds of chicken
Instructions
- Heat the grill to 450°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, herbs, brown sugar and cayenne.2 teaspoon(s) salt, 1 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon(s) onion powder, 1 teaspoon(s) garlic powder, 1 teaspoon(s) dried herbs, 1 teaspoon(s) brown sugar, ½ teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
- Brush one side of the chicken liberally with oil. Then, apply half of the spice mixture, using your hands to rub it in. Repeat the process with remaining oil and spice mixture on the other side of the chicken.Avocado or vegetable oil, Half chicken
- Place the chicken, skin side down, over direct heat on the grill for 10 minutes. Flip over and cook for another 10 minutes. Then, move the chicken off the direct heat, and reduce the temperature of the grill to 350°F.
- Cook with the grill closed for another 10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F on an instant read thermometer.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with grilled vegetables or a side salad.
- See post for tips, variations, and storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1/2 pound of chicken (assuming the half chicken is about 2 pounds total). Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*Photos courtesy of Lexi from Crowded Kitchen.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Half Chicken
Serving Size
0.5 pound
Amount per Serving
Calories
215
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
71
mg
24
%
Sodium
1231
mg
54
%
Potassium
209
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
250
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
22
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
