Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters Recipes

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Since these fantastic chicken pieces are frequently on sale, learning how to make these “to die for delicious” grilled chicken leg quarters is a grill 101 for all of us.

There are countless ways to grill them, especially considering that they cook in under 45 minutes. I can’t wait to show you a few ways to help you make these a new favorite. These are super easy to grill with just a few tips and tricks that will leave you picking them up all the time.

GRILLED CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS BECOME AN EASY/IMPRESSIVE DINNER! | SAM THE COOKING GUY

Grilled Chicken Quarters 🔗

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Total: 0 10h45min0

Serving Size: 1 of 20 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 20 servings, calories 335, Fat 28g, Saturated Fat 6g, Carbohydrate 3g, Fiber 0g, Sugar 3g, Protein 17g, Cholesterol 118mg, Sodium 506mg

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 8 cups ice cubes
  • 6 chicken leg quarters
  • Basting Sauce, recipe follows
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice, divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup canola oil

Instruction:

  1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Stir the salt and brown sugar into the boiling water until dissolved. Place the ice cubes in a large container. Pour the brine over the ice cubes and stir to mix and cool. Add the leg quarters to the cooled brine, adding additional water if needed to make sure they are submerged. Refrigerate overnight. 
  2. Remove the chicken from the brine, rinse and pat dry. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Turn one side of the grill off and place the chicken skin-side down over the indirect heat. Cook for 10 minutes, turn, cook another 10 minutes and then brush with a thick coating of basting sauce. Turn, cook another 10 minutes, baste and cook a final 10 minutes for a total of 40 minutes on the grill. The chicken should register at least 160 degrees F and the juices should run clear. Serve immediately.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, 1/4 cup lemon juice, honey and salt. While constantly whisking, very slowly drizzle in the canola oil, drop by drop, until an emulsion forms, and then continue adding the oil in a slow steady stream. The mixture should thicken to the consistency of mayonnaise. Whisk in a little water to thin the final sauce to the consistency of a creamy salad dressing. Taste and add more salt or lemon juice, if necessary.

FAQ

How long does it take to grill leg quarters?

Always use a meat thermometer to check for the proper temperature to avoid any risk of food poisoning. You want to aim for 165-170 degrees F. Quarters take anywhere from 40-55 minutes to thoroughly cook on the grill.

Whats the best temp and how long do you cook leg quarters on grill?

The chicken legs should first be cooked over direct heat for about 2 minutes per side, just to lightly sear the meat; after that, they should be moved to the indirect heat area of the grill, covered, and allowed to cook for about 20 minutes.

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