Name: Buttermilk Barbecue Chicken - A Finger-Licking Good Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken pieces (legs, thighs, wings, etc.); 2 cups buttermilk; 1/4 cup barbecue sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

This Buttermilk Barbecue Chicken recipe is the epitome of American comfort food. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a tangy buttermilk mixture, then grilled to juicy perfection and smothered in a mouthwatering homemade barbecue sauce. The combination of the creamy buttermilk and the sweet and savory barbecue sauce creates a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. Serve this dish at your next backyard barbecue or family gathering and watch as everyone goes back for seconds. Get ready to lick your fingers clean!

Ingredients

3 lbs chicken pieces (legs, thighs, wings, etc.)
2 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and coat them well with the buttermilk marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
While the chicken is grilling, brush it with additional barbecue sauce to enhance the flavor.
Once the chicken is fully cooked and the barbecue sauce is caramelized, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Buttermilk Barbecue Chicken hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side and your favorite side dishes like cornbread, coleslaw, or potato salad.
Enjoy your finger-licking good Buttermilk Barbecue Chicken!

Interesting Facts

Buttermilk is a key ingredient in Southern cuisine, known for its tenderizing and flavor-enhancing properties.

Barbecue chicken is a popular dish in the American South, where different regions have their own unique barbecue styles.

Grilling the chicken adds a smoky and charred flavor to the dish, enhancing its deliciousness.

Leftover Buttermilk Barbecue Chicken can be chopped and used in sandwiches or wraps for a tasty lunch the next day.

The combination of the tangy buttermilk and the sweet and savory barbecue sauce creates a delicious contrast of flavors.