Memphis Dry Rub Chicken Recipe

Tender, juicy Memphis dry rub chicken that is so delicious and finger-licking good. This is a tasty bbq chicken recipe that uses a dry rub and mustard to flavor the chicken.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Additional Time 2

Total Time 2 25

Servings -4 lbs

Calories 438kcal

Author Kelsey

Ingredients

For the Chicken:
3-4 lbs skin on chicken legs
Dry Rub:
6 Tbsp paprika
3 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp chili powder
2 Tbsp smoked paprika
1 Tbsp ground black pepper
2 Tbsp dry mustard
2 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp cayenne pepper
Sauce:
2 Tbsp mustard
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup white vinegar

Instructions

In a small bowl, add all spices and brown sugar. Mix until combined and set aside.
Take your chicken and pat dry with paper towels, this will help rub stick to chicken better.
Place the chicken in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1/3 of the dry rub. Toss the chicken to evenly coat.
Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet or a casserole dish and place in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
When you are ready to cook heat your grill to medium-low heat on propane or 350 on pellet grill.
Place the chicken on the grill, have the chicken covered.
Make sure to turn the chicken occasionally for even cooking.
Cook for 20 to 30 minutes.
While the chicken is on the grill prepare your sauce.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients.
Remove from the chicken from the grill.
Brush the chicken with the vinegar sauce and sprinkle some of the dry rub seasoning .
ENJOY!!

Notes

You will have leftover seasoning, you can place in a sealable bag or airtight container and use later.

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