Irish Guinness Glazed BBQ Chicken on the Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Get ready for bold flavors with this Irish Guinness Glazed BBQ Chicken. Sear your chicken on the blazing hot center grill grate of the Arteflame for a perfect crispy sear, then finish it to juicy perfection on the flat cooktop for the ultimate reverse searing experience. This Guinness glaze infuses the chicken with deep, caramelized flavors that will make this your new BBQ favorite.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil onto three paper napkins.
2. Place them inside the grill and stack firewood over the top.
3. Light the napkins and wait about 20 minutes for the grill to be ready.

Step 2: Make the Guinness glaze

1. On the Arteflame flat cooktop, pour the Guinness beer and let it reduce slightly.
2. Add ketchup, honey, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix well and let the sauce thicken until it coats the back of a spoon.
4. Add butter and stir until fully incorporated, then remove from the heat zone.

Step 3: Sear the chicken

1. Place the chicken pieces on the center grill grate for an intense 1,000°F sear.
2. Sear the skin for 2-3 minutes per side to create a crispy crust.
3. Move the chicken to the flat cooktop to finish cooking at a lower heat.

Step 4: Glaze and cook to doneness

1. Brush the chicken with the Guinness glaze while on the flat cooktop.
2. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Remove the chicken at 150°F, as it will continue cooking off the grill.

Step 5: Serve and enjoy

1. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes to retain juices.
2. Serve with extra Guinness glaze on the side.

Tips

• Use wood that adds a mild smoky flavor, such as oak or hickory.
• Keep the skin-on for extra crispiness.
• Let the chicken come to room temperature before grilling for even cooking.

Variations

• Spicy Guinness BBQ Chicken: Add 1 tbsp of hot sauce and extra cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
• Honey Mustard Guinness Chicken: Increase Dijon mustard to 3 tbsp and add an extra 2 tbsp of honey for a sweet and tangy flavor.
• Smoky Guinness Maple Chicken: Sub honey for maple syrup and add extra smoked paprika for a deep smoky sweetness.
• Garlic Herb Guinness Chicken: Add 1 tbsp minced garlic and 1 tsp of dried Italian herbs to the glaze for an herby twist.
• Bourbon-Infused BBQ Chicken: Replace half the Guinness with bourbon for a bold smoky-sweet flavor.

Conclusion

This Irish Guinness Glazed BBQ Chicken is packed with deep, rich flavors and caramelized goodness. Using the Arteflame grill to sear and finish the chicken ensures the perfect balance of crispy skin and juicy meat. Fire up your grill and give this recipe a try—it’s bound to become a BBQ favorite.

Best pairings

• Grilled Irish potatoes
• Roasted Brussels sprouts
• Grilled asparagus with butter
• Coleslaw with apple cider vinaigrette
• A pint of cold Guinness stout