Description
This is a classic Port-a-Pit chicken recipe featuring marinated grilled chicken, perfect for outdoor gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 whole chicken quarters
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Place the chicken quarters in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them.
- Seal the bag, ensuring the chicken is fully coated, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken skin-side down for 10-15 minutes, then flip and continue grilling for another 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, add wood chips to the grill.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for quarters if preferred.
- Serve with a side of coleslaw or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken quarter
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: port a pit chicken recipe, grilled chicken, marinated chicken