Never slice into a dry chicken breast or battle with an overcooked chicken thigh.
This complete guide to grilling will help you get juicy and flavorful results.
Test Kitchen Tip: All chicken is safe at 165F.
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But not all pieces (especially the dark pieces with bone) are as palatable at 165F.
Our Test Kitchen recommends cooking above theUSDA-recommended165F mark for specific chicken pieces for the most tender and juicy results.
Refer to the list below for yourchicken recipe’s best safe temperature.
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use this primer to prep the chicken and your grill.
How Long Do You Grill Chicken?
Instead, use these guidelines for each different cut.
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How Long Do You Grill Chicken Breasts?
How Long Do You Grill Chicken Thighs?
Try more of ourhealthy chicken thigh recipes, too.
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How Long Do You Grill Chicken Legs, Breast Halves, and Other Meaty Pieces?
Bone-in and larger pieces of meat fare better with indirect grilling.
How Long Do You Grill a Whole Chicken?
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Perhaps the most obvious case for indirect grilling is awhole chicken.
Place on the grill breast-side up and follow these timing directions.
Then, enjoy the juicy barbecue fare that will rival anything you’d order at a restaurant.
