Description
A tangy and savory Delmarva BBQ chicken recipe inspired by Eastern Shore traditions. Perfectly grilled or broiled for juicy, flavorful results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (split or preferred cuts)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- Dash of Tabasco sauce
- Dash of paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, beaten egg, poultry seasoning, Tabasco, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
- Preheat the grill or broiler to medium heat.
- Grill or broil the chicken, flipping and basting every 10 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For a milder marinade, reduce the vinegar slightly and add honey.
- If using wings or smaller cuts, reduce cooking time to 30–40 minutes.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or repurposed for sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, Delmarva Style BBQ
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Delmarva BBQ Chicken, Vinegar-Based Chicken, Maryland BBQ Recipe