Marinade

Great grilled chicken starts with the marinade and the secret to a great marinade is balancing acid, fat, and flavor. It’s also best to let it sit for a few hours.

Brine

Brining your chicken overnight will make it extra moist and tender, so once it hits the grill it won't dry out and will impart a more intense flavor to the final dish.

Spice Rub

Adding a dry rub to the exterior of your chicken one hour before grilling will enhance its flavor and create a seared crust on the exterior.

Sauce

Adding sauce during the last 5 minutes of grilling will create a delicious coating full of flavor. A sauce with a higher sugar content will also mean more caramelization.

Bone-In Chicken

Bone-in leg or thigh chicken cuts are great choices for grilling because the bone keeps the inside of the meat moist while it cooks, resulting in tender meat.