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May 9, 2019

Spicy Grilled Chicken

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Spicy Grilled Chicken seasoned with Vulcan’s Fire (habanero-seasoned) salt and slathered with BBQ sauce is just the thing for people who like it hot!

Spicy Grilled Chicken on a small cutting board with a couple of habanero peppers

Grilled chicken is pretty basic for cookouts, but this recipe will stand out because of it’s fiery flavor!
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This post has been sponsored by The Spice House and Hamilton Beach as part of #SummerGrilling, however, all opinions are my own. #ad #TheSpiceHouse #HamiltonBeach

I’m not one for overly spicy foods usually, but every now and then I like to bring a little heat to the party. The new Spicy Grilled Chicken recipe is kind of amazing!

I love grilling, but not in the cold rain. Here in New England, Spring is fickle and we can go from 70 and sunny in the morning to 50 and drizzle in the afternoon. That’s when I break out my awesome [amazon_textlink asin=’B00KLVY3TW’ text=’Hamilton Beach Indoor Searing Grill’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’46e52ae7-5c08-4f3a-9fff-d6f2ca1cb3af’]. It’s all the benefits of grilling, without having to worry about the weather.

When I am looking for recipe inspiration, I love trying new things.  The Spice House has loads of amazing spices and seasonings, including the Vulcan’s Fire Salt that I used for this chicken.  It really grabs your attention!

Spicy Grilled Chicken Shopping List

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  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • Vulcan’s Fire Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Cooking Spray
  • Spicy BBQ Sauce (such as Stubb’s Spicy BBQ)

Spicy Grilled Chicken on a grill with a pastry brushing on bbq sauce

You Might Also Need:

  • Hamilton Beach Indoor Searing Grill
  • Tongs and Pastry Brush

For a list of some of my favorite items to use when cooking, and why I chose them, please visit my Kitchen Resource page.

The Spice House Best Selling Collector’s Gift Box

This awesome Best Selling Collector’s Gift Box has some pretty incredible spice blends, including:

  • Back of the Yards – Our handcrafted blend of pepper, garlic, bell pepper and shallots is an irresistible rub for steak, burgers and more.
  • Lake Shore Drive – A savory base of shallots, chives and scallions, this blend is a wonderful choice for vegetables, eggs, and seafood.
  • Gateway to the North – Our maple-garlic blend is delicious on salmon, pork, vegetables, baked beans — even popcorn!
  • Vulcan’s Fire Salt – The that blend honors the Roman God of Fire. Expect lively heat and a rich depth of flavor.

Hamilton Beach Indoor Searing Grill

The [amazon_textlink asin=’B00F0RBF3E’ text=’Hamilton Beach® Indoor Searing Grill’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’00676e19-43f4-4da3-b19c-1793e66fc380′] is not only easy to use, but it’s easy to clean, too. That’s a huge bonus in my book! Here are some of the features:

  • High heat searing capability.
  • Adjustable temperature control ranges from 200° to high searing temperature of 450°
  • Non-stick plate, indicator lights
  • 118 square inch nonstick grilling surface Fits up to 8 servings
  • Extra-large drip tray, removable hood, plate and drip tray are dishwasher safe.

Be sure to scroll down and enter for your chance to win this awesome prize package, including a gift box from The Spice House, and the [amazon_textlink asin=’B00KLVY3TW’ text=’Hamilton Beach Indoor Searing Grill’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’e0d88244-19ee-491b-9914-0f07bd6cba16′]!

How long can I marinate chicken for?

Unlike tough cuts of beef, chicken breasts do not need to marinate for a long time to become tender. In this case, the marinade serves to create amazing flavor. Our marinade for this spicy chicken is about as EASY as it gets!

How long do you cook chicken?

This is a nice quick recipe. The chicken needs to cook approximately 6 to 8 minutes per side over direct heat. For beautiful grill marks, I give the chicken a quarter turn after 3 minutes on each side.

What temperature is safe for cooked chicken?

The USDA recommends that the minimum internal temperature for chicken should be to 165°F (74°C).

A small cuting board with three spicy grilled chicken breasts next to two habanero peppers and a bottole of The Spice House Vulcan's Fire Salt mix

How to make Spicy Grilled Chicken

  1. Season both sides of the chicken with ground black pepper and Vulvan’s Fire Salt.
  2. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
  3. Place the chicken into an airtight container or resealable bag and marinate for 2 hours, up to overnight.
  4. Remove from the refrigerator and let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat the grill to 450-degrees F and spray lightly with cooking oil.
  6. Add the chicken to the grill and discard the remaining marinade.
  7. Cook the chicken about 3 minutes, then give it a quarter turn (45-degrees). This will create beautiful grill marks.
  8. Brush on some spicy BBQ sauce.
  9. After another 3 minutes, flip the chicken over.
  10. Brush on more BBQ sauce and cook for 3 minutes before giving the chicken another quarter turn.
  11. Remove from the grill when the chicken is 160-degrees F and cover with a piece of tented foil.
  12. Let the chicken rest 5 minutes before serving or cutting.

Spicy Grilled Chicken on a small cutting board with a couple of habanero peppers

Spicy Grilled Chicken Recipe Variations

Because we test all our recipes, we recommend that you make them once just as it is without substitutions or changes. Sometimes variations can go awry. Making our Spicy Grilled Chicken recipe as we have tested it will yield the best results. If you really want to get creative, here are some ideas for variations that might work well. (Please note, we have not tested these variations).

  • Create a chicken sandwich and for even more of a kick, add pepper jack cheese!
  • Make a big salad and serve with ranch dressing.
  • Spicy chicken tacos are always a big hit in our house. Serve with yummy homemade guacamole.

Spicy grilled chicken on top of a chopped salt with tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, onions and pepper jack cheese cubes.

What goes good with grilled chicken?

I served Cornbread Salad with the chicken. The ranch dressing was a nice compliment to the spicy heat of the main dish. Here are some other great recipes you could make for an awesome backyard cookout:

  • Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa
  • Tropical Storm Punch
  • Grilled Pineapple Fruit Salad

Easy Spicy Grilled Chicken Recipe

If you like this recipe, it would make my day if you’d give it a 5 star rating!

Spicy Grilled Chicken

Wow your taste buds with this Spicy Grilled Chicken made with spicy powdered salt and BBQ sauce.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: spicy grilled chicken
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Marinate: 1 hour
Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Calories: 192kcal
Author: Ang Paris

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Ingredients

  • 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Vulcan’s Fire Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Cooking Spray
  • 1/2 cup Spicy BBQ Sauce such as Stubb’s Spicy BBQ

Instructions

  • Season both sides of the chicken with ground black pepper and Vulvan’s Fire Salt.
  • Drizzle in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
  • Place the chicken into an airtight container or resealable bag and marinate for 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Remove from the refrigerator and let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to 450-degrees F and spray lightly with cooking oil.
  • Add the chicken to the grill and discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook the chicken about 3 minutes, then give it a quarter turn (45-degrees). This will create beautiful grill marks.
  • Brush on some spicy BBQ sauce.
  • After another 3 minutes, flip the chicken over.
  • Brush on more BBQ sauce and cook for 3 minutes before giving the chicken another quarter turn.
  • Remove from the grill when the chicken is 160-degrees F and cover with a piece of tented foil.
  • Let the chicken rest 5 minutes before serving or cutting.

Notes

The USDA recommends that the minimum internal temperature for chicken should be to 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast | Calories: 192kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 418mg | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.5mg
Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

More Summer Grilling Recipes

If you liked this spicy grilled recipe, you might also enjoy:

  • Watermelon Mojito
  • Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce
  • Asian Pork Kabobs
  • Corn, Tomato and Avocado Salsa
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  1. Barb Cook says

    May 9, 2019 at 3:46 pm

    I enjoy kebabs cooked on the grill. Good meat and vegetables. Who could ask for more?

    Reply
  2. Lisa Kerhin says

    May 9, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    I haven’t used the fire salt on meat but I want to now!!

    Reply
  3. Pamela Smith says

    May 9, 2019 at 10:01 pm

    We love to bbq chicken! Add a yummy marinade and some sides and it’s delicious!

    Reply
  4. Cheese Curd In Paradise says

    May 11, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    5 stars
    I love the heat that this BBQ chicken is bringing- adding in a spicy BBQ sauce sounds delicious as well! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  5. Nichi - The Mandatory Mooch says

    May 12, 2019 at 12:17 pm

    These look perfectly cooked and so delicious!

    Reply

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