Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
16 unit

Italian dressing

bottled

0.25 cup

Extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

Lemon juice

2 tbsp

Cider vinegar

3 unit

Garlic cloves

crushed

1 tbsp

Crushed black peppercorns

crushed

8 piece

Chicken

Step 1
~72 min

Mix Italian dressing, olive oil, lemon juice, cider vinegar, crushed garlic, and crushed black peppercorns together in a bowl.

Step 2
~72 min

Place the mixture into a ziplock bag.

Step 3
~72 min

Add the chicken to the bag with the marinade, reserving some of the marinade for basting.

Step 4
~72 min

Seal the bag and place it in the refrigerator to marinate overnight.

Step 5
~72 min

Preheat grill to medium heat.

Step 6
~72 min

Grill the chicken, basting frequently with the reserved marinade, until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 7
~72 min

Prepare a cooler or large pot with hot water to warm it up.

Step 8
~72 min

Once the chicken is done grilling, empty the cooler.

Key Technique: Grilling
Step 9
~72 min

Place the cooked chicken in the cooler with the lid on tight.

Step 10
~72 min

Let the chicken rest and rehydrate in the cooler for about an hour.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate for a minimum of 4 hours for best flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinade can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with grilled vegetables

Serve with rice pilaf

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled corn on the cob
Potato salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

Backyard BBQ staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer BBQs
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer
BBQ
Family Dinner
Weekend

Popularity Score

75/100

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