SOUTHWEST CHICKEN

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I discovered this recipe one Sunday afternoon in the WW magazine when I was looking to find a different way to prepare chicken. This recipe is very easy and very tasty. I served it with rice and green beans. The chicken can be cooked immediately after using the rub, but for a more intense flavor, marinate for a couple of hours in the fridge or overnight.This chicken has a sweet and spicy flavor and can be served with a squeeze of fresh lime.

Provided by cookinrooky

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (3 lb) chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
lime wedge (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Or prepare grill for direct-and indirect-heat cooking.
  • Combine first 8 ingredients;reserve. Line roasting pan with foil. Rub sugar mixture over all sides of chicken;place in pan. Coat chicken with cooking spray.
  • Roast chicken in oven until no longer pink near bone, about 45-60 minutes.Or place chicken meaty side down over direct heat;cook until just browned, 4-5 minutes. Turn;place over indirect heat. Cover;cook until chicken is no longer pink near bone, 40-50 minutes. Transfer to serving platter;sprinkle with parsley. If desired, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.9, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 155.2, Sodium 1324.8, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 13.6, Protein 38.9

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