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Brooks Chicken Recipe

Brooks Chicken Recipe

The Brooks Chicken Recipe is a legendary barbecue dish from upstate New York, celebrated for its tangy, savory marinade and smoky grilled flavor. Perfect for summer cookouts or family dinners, this classic recipe delivers juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken every time. Author: Use Default Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 ⏲️ Times: Prep Time: 0 days 0 hours 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 days 0 hours 45 minutes Resting Time: 0 days 0 hours 10 minutes Total Time: 0 days 1 hour 5 minutes 📂 Categories/Courses/Cuisines/Keywords: Categories: BBQ Chicken, Grilled Recipes Courses: Main Course Cuisines: American Keywords: Brooks Chicken, Barbecue Chicken, Grilled Chicken, New York B
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 1 cup White vinegar Distilled
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Or canola oil
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Poultry seasoning
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 4 Chicken leg quarters Bone-in skin-on

Equipment

  • Amount Name Notes
  • 1 Grill Charcoal preferred
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For marinade
  • 1 Tongs For flipping chicken

Method
 

  1. Make the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, salt, poultry seasoning, pepper, and garlic powder until combined.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a large resealable bag or dish. Pour marinade over and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
  3. Preheat the Grill: Set your grill to medium heat (charcoal preferred for smoky flavor).
  4. Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and grill skin-side down first. Flip every 5–7 minutes for even cooking. Grill for 35–45 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy with classic sides like coleslaw or baked beans!
  6. 🍽️ Nutrition (Per Serving):
  7. Calories: 410 kcal (approx.)

Notes

You can double the marinade for extra flavor and baste during grilling.
Try this recipe with chicken thighs or drumsticks for variety.