How to Make Baked Barbecue Chicken
Chicken provides a variety of nutrients. One cup of cooked chicken supplies the following recommended daily allowances (RDA): 96 percent niacin, 87 percent protein, 42 percent vitamin B6 and 55 percent selenium, among other vitamins and minerals. (see Reference 1) Baked barbecue chicken is a delicious main course to serve to your family or to company. Baking helps the flavor of the spices to permeate the meat as it cooks. Then finish the process with your favorite barbecue sauce for tender and juicy chicken. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- 2 to 3 pounds fresh, whole chicken
- 1 and 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
- Large oven pan or large glass baking dish
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- Aluminum foil
- Tongs
Instructions
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Choose a 2 to 3 pound fresh, whole chicken or the equivalent in your favorite parts. Fresh chicken has blemish-free skin and a plump body. Avoid any chicken that has dark yellow patches of skin.
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Cut up the chicken into serving size pieces. Wash thoroughly to remove any bits of cartilage or missed quills. Factories process chicken on high-speed equipment that is not always thorough.
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Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This temperature gives the spices and meat juices times the opportunity to blend.
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Place chicken in a large oven pan or glass baking dish. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Cover tightly with foil.
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Bake for 1 hour. Remove from oven and drain cooking juices.
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Brush barbecue sauce on all sides of the chicken pieces. Use tongs to turn the hot meat.
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Return to oven for 30 minutes. When the cooking time is complete, allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before transfering to a serving platter.
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Tips & Warnings
You can double or triple this recipe for entertaining. Allow one pound of chicken per person.
References
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