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BBQ Whole Chicken Meal Prep on the Charcoal Grill

Two whole chickens rubbed with maple bacon chili seasoning, glazed in Carolina BBQ sauce, and charcoal-grilled for a week of juicy meal-prep chicken.

Time~2 hrs Yield2 whole chickens (meals for the week) CategoryChicken Watch4:42
BBQ Whole Chicken Meal Prep on the Charcoal Grill — watch on YouTube

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Method

  1. 1Season both whole chickens all over with Maple Bacon Chili Dry Rub.
  2. 2Set up the Napoleon charcoal grill and place the chickens on to cook over the coals.
  3. 3Grill until the chicken is juicy and cooked through, glazing with Carolina BBQ Sauce near the end of the cook.
  4. 4Rest the chickens, then carve and portion the meat for sandwiches, pasta, work lunches, and quick dinners all week.

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No 500-word life story — just the good-to-know stuff on what’s actually in this cook. Here’s the rundown on every real ingredient, health and nutrition wise.

Bacon
Bacon brings protein and big flavour but is cured and high in sodium and saturated fat, so it's best used as an accent rather than the main event. A little goes a long way.
Chicken
Chicken is a lean, versatile source of complete protein, B vitamins (especially niacin and B6), and selenium. Skinless breast is leanest; thighs and skin add flavour and a little more fat. Always cook poultry to a safe 165°F.
Chili peppers
Chili peppers are low in calories and high in vitamin C and antioxidants, and their heat comes from capsaicin, which may give metabolism a small nudge. Dial the amount to your spice tolerance.
Maple syrup
Maple syrup is still sugar, but a less-refined one carrying trace minerals like manganese and zinc and a gentler glycemic hit than white sugar. Use it for flavour, in moderation.

General nutrition info only, not medical or dietary advice — portions, brands and add-ons change the numbers.

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