Barbecue Half Chicken Recipe

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Slow wood fire roasted and wood fire grill finished and basted with our signature Darryl's BBQ sauce, and served with choice of two sides.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the halved chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken with olive oil, and season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
2
Prepare the Grill
Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your grill for indirect cooking by heating one side of the grill on medium heat, leaving the other side off.
3
Start Roasting
Place the soaked wood chips in a smoker box or directly on the heat source. Place the chicken halves skin side up on the cooler side of the grill. Close the lid and roast for about 45 minutes, maintaining a grill temperature of around 275°F (135°C).
4
Finish on the Grill
After 45 minutes, brush the chicken generously with Darryl's BBQ sauce. Move the chicken to the hotter side of the grill and grill for an additional 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with more BBQ sauce, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with your choice of two sides.