Grilled Chicken Quarters
Juicy grilled chicken quarters with crispy, seasoned skin and tender meat that falls off the bone. The perfect balance of smoky char and savory spice rub creates an irresistible flavor combination for your backyard barbecue.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken leg quarters about 3 lbs total
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Spice Rub
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Pat chicken quarters dry with paper towels and brush with olive oil.
- Combine all spice rub ingredients in a small bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Generously coat chicken quarters with the spice rub, massaging into skin and meat.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (325-350°F) with indirect cooking setup.
- Place chicken quarters skin-side up on cooler side of grill.
- Cook for 30-35 minutes, then flip and move to direct heat.
- Grill skin-side down for 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
If you prefer using store-bought rub instead of making your own, use approximately 3 tablespoons of your favorite rub for 4 chicken quarters.