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Smoky Grilled Chicken Plate

Juicy grilled chicken leg quarters coated in a bold smoky spice rub, served alongside crispy potato wedges, fresh cucumber slices, and creamy homemade coleslaw. This complete one-plate meal tastes like restaurant food and comes straight from your grill.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 645

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Potatoes
  • 3 chicken leg quarters
  • 4 large potatoes cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Smoky Spice Rub
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Coleslaw and Sides
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix cabbage and carrots
  • 1 cucumber diced for slaw
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cucumber sliced
  • Chili flakes for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well until evenly distributed.
  2. Pat chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels. Rub them generously with olive oil on all sides. Apply the spice rub liberally to both sides of each leg quarter, pressing the seasoning into the skin. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Cut potatoes into thick wedges, leaving the skin on. Toss with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  4. Combine coleslaw mix and diced cucumber in a medium bowl. Whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice in a separate bowl, then pour over vegetables and toss well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let sit for 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Heat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates. Place potato wedges on the grill cut-side down and cook for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Add seasoned chicken leg quarters skin-side down after a few minutes and cook for 15 to 20 minutes total, flipping halfway through, until the skin is deeply caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Arrange grilled chicken, crispy potato wedges, fresh cucumber slices, and creamy coleslaw on plates. Sprinkle with chili flakes for garnish and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 645kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 42gFat: 28gSodium: 420mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6g

Notes

For best results, pat the chicken dry before seasoning so the skin crisps up beautifully on the grill. The coleslaw can be made up to 2 hours ahead of time. If using a charcoal grill, you may need to manage heat more carefully. If spices are blackening too quickly, move chicken to a cooler part of the grill. Internal chicken temperature should reach 165°F at the thickest part for food safety.

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