Grilled Whole Chicken With Mexican Dry Rub Recipe

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Grilled Whole Chicken With Mexican Dry Rub

Wondering how to grill a whole chicken? This easy to follow recipe walks you step by step through the grilling process. A sweet and spicy dry rub lends the ideal Tex-Mex flavor while a creamy salsa can be served on the side for those who like to dip.

Nutritional Information

Calories

290.0
Protein

22.0g
Sodium

196mg
Sat. fat

7.0g

Ingredients

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                            1 whole chicken
                        
                            2 tablespoons chili powder
                        
                            1 tablespoon paprika
                        
                            2 tablespoons brown sugar
                        
                            1/2 cup sour cream
                        
                            1/4 cup jarred salsa

Timing

Prep

5 minutes

Cook

2 hours

Step One

Preheat grill. Remove giblets from chicken.

Step Two

In bowl, combine chili powder, paprika and brown sugar. Spread mixture all over chicken. Adjust heat on grill to low. Spread a double layer of aluminum foil on grill.

Step Three

Place chicken on foil, breast side up and close top of grill. Grill until thermometer inserted into the thickest part of thigh registers 180 F (approximately 2 hours).