Grilled Dixie Chicken with Cayenne Spice Rub

Health score
17%
Grilled Dixie Chicken with Cayenne Spice Rub
45 min.
8
832kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that captures the essence of Southern comfort! Our Grilled Dixie Chicken with Cayenne Spice Rub is not just a meal; it’s an experience that tantalizes the senses and elevates any occasion, from casual lunches to elegant dinners. Imagine succulently grilled chicken infused with a robust cayenne spice rub that delivers just the right amount of heat, perfectly complemented by a slather of seasoned butter that adds a rich, buttery flavor to each juicy bite.

This recipe features a harmonious blend of spices, including garlic, onion, and chili powder, that create an irresistibly fragrant aroma as the chicken grills to perfection. The chicken is quartered to ensure even cooking, and its skin crisps into a delectable golden crust, locking in moisture and flavor. The accompanying sourdough baguette, brushed with seasoned butter, is grilled to a perfect golden toast, making it the ideal vessel for soaking up the delicious juices from the chicken.

Easy to prepare and ready in just 45 minutes, this dish serves up to eight, making it perfect for gatherings with family and friends. Just imagine the smiles on their faces as they indulge in every mouthwatering bite. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or just craving something extraordinary for dinner, this Grilled Dixie Chicken with Cayenne Spice Rub is sure to impress. Let’s fire up the grill and embark on this flavorful journey together!

Ingredients

  • slices crusty baguette 
  • teaspoon ground pepper 
  • pound roasting chickens dry rinsed quartered
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 1.5 teaspoons cornstarch 
  • teaspoons garlic powder 
  • tablespoon brown sugar packed ()
  • tablespoon pepper black
  • teaspoon lemon pepper with garlic and onion
  • 1.5 teaspoons onion powder 
  • tablespoons salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Combine first 9 ingredients in small bowl; whisk spice rub to blend well.
  2. Transfer 1 tablespoon spice rub to medium bowl; add butter and mix well. (Rub and seasoned butter can be made 2 days ahead. Cover separately. Chill butter. Bring butter to room temperature before using.)
  3. Sprinkle spice rub over both sides of chicken pieces. Arrange chicken pieces on waxed-paper-lined baking sheets. Cover chicken with more waxed paper and let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  4. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Reserve 4 tablespoons seasoned butter.
  5. Spread remaining seasoned butter on 1 side of baguette slices.
  6. Place bread slices on platter and cover.
  7. Place chicken on grill, skin side up. Grill 20 minutes. Turn chicken over. Grill until skin is deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Turn chicken again and grill, skin side up, until cooked through (no red shows when chicken is cut at thigh bone), about 5 minutes longer.
  8. Transfer chicken to platter.
  9. Brush chicken with reserved 4 tablespoons seasoned butter.
  10. Grill bread until just golden, about 2 minutes per side. Arrange toasts around chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories832kcal
Protein28.04%
Fat69.13%
Carbs2.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.59
Glycemic Load
1.49
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.814347749171%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:832.28kcal
41.61%
Fat:62.93g
96.81%
Saturated Fat:21.94g
137.14%
Carbohydrates:5.79g
1.93%
Net Carbohydrates:5.17g
1.88%
Sugar:1.74g
1.94%
Cholesterol:315.27mg
105.09%
Sodium:2004.42mg
87.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:57.42g
114.85%
Vitamin B3:21.54mg
107.7%
Vitamin A:3329.53IU
66.59%
Selenium:39.63µg
56.61%
Phosphorus:561.04mg
56.1%
Vitamin B12:3.3µg
55.04%
Vitamin B6:1.09mg
54.71%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.81%
Vitamin B5:3.43mg
34.31%
Zinc:4.35mg
29.03%
Iron:4.92mg
27.34%
Folate:91.91µg
22.98%
Potassium:695.57mg
19.87%
Magnesium:67.89mg
16.97%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.12%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.16%
Copper:0.23mg
11.55%
Vitamin C:8.24mg
9.98%
Calcium:50.71mg
5.07%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.51%
Vitamin K:3.23µg
3.08%
Fiber:0.62g
2.48%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%
Source:Epicurious