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BBQ grilled chicken with Alabama white sauce

 This BBQ grilled chicken recipe features a tangy, creamy Alabama-style white sauce, offering a unique twist on traditional BBQ flavors. Perfectly smoky, juicy, and full of bold flavor!

Ingredients
​✔ 1 whole chicken
✔ Salt & pepper
✔ Alabama white sauce (see recipe below)

Step 1: Prep the Chicken
🔪 Spatchcock (butterfly) the chicken for even cooking:
1️⃣ Use kitchen shears to cut along both sides of the backbone and remove it.
2️⃣ Flip the chicken over and press down firmly to flatten it.
3️⃣ Season both sides generously with salt & pepper.

Step 2: Set Up the Grill
🔥 If using a UDS (Ugly Drum Smoker):

• Place the chicken on the grill over direct heat but away from the coals to prevent burning while still getting that classic charred BBQ flavor.

🔥 If using a kettle or gas grill:

• Cook the chicken over indirect heat until nearly done, then finish over low direct heat for a crispy, flavorful crust.

Step 3: Grill the Chicken
1️⃣ Grill, flipping once halfway through.
2️⃣ Baste both sides with Alabama white sauce as it cooks.
3️⃣ Cook until internal temp reaches 165°F.
4️⃣ After removing from the grill, baste again with more white sauce.
5️⃣ Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Alabama White Sauce Recipe
🥄 1 cup mayonnaise
🥄 ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
🥄 1 tbsp. prepared horseradish
🥄 1 tsp lemon juice
🥄 1 tsp black pepper
🥄 ½ tsp salt
🥄 ½ tsp garlic powder
🥄 ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
👨‍🍳 Whisk together all ingredients and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.

Serving Suggestions
​🔥 Serve with grilled veggies, cornbread, or potato salad
🔥 Pair with extra white sauce on the side
🔥 Great for sandwiches, wraps, or tacos
A Southern BBQ classic that’s tangy, creamy, smoky, and absolutely irresistible! 🐔🔥