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White Barbecue Chicken

Zesty White Barbecue Chicken for Your Summer Cookouts

This Zesty White Barbecue Chicken features a creamy sauce that elevates traditional barbecue flavors, perfect for your summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess and moisture
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Consider using apple cider for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon works beautifully
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Horseradish Adjust for spice level
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used as a substitute
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (skin-on, bone-in) Juiciness from skin
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For crispy skin
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt For brining benefits
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Omit for milder flavor

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Zip-lock Bag
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by making the White Barbecue Sauce. In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, minced garlic, horseradish, and fresh thyme until well combined. Set aside half of the sauce for basting later and use the rest as a marinade.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a zip-lock bag and pour half of the prepared sauce over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to high heat, around 450°F to 500°F. Clean and oil the grill grates.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, rinse off any excess sauce, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken skin-side down for 2-3 minutes until marked.
  5. Flip the chicken, move it to a cooler part of the grill, reduce heat to medium, brush with reserved sauce, and cook until internal temperature reaches 160-162°F.
  6. Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Brush with remaining sauce and serve with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse the excess marinade off the chicken to prevent burning and ensure a beautifully grilled exterior. Use a thermometer for perfect doneness.

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