👑 The Best SOUTHWEST CHICKEN

TESTED & PERFECTED SOUTHWEST CHICKEN Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients!

INGREDIENTS

1?4 cup packed light brown sugar 2 teaspoons salt 1 1?2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1?2 teaspoon onion powder 1?4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 (3 lb) chicken, cut into 8 pieces 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley lime wedge (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Or prepare grill for direct-and indirect-heat cooking. Combine first 8 ingredients;reserve. Line roasting pan with foil. Rub sugar mixture over all sides of chicken;place in pan. Coat chicken with cooking spray. Roast chicken in oven until no longer pink near bone, about 45-60 minutes.Or place chicken meaty side down over direct heat;cook until just browned, 4-5 minutes. Turn;place over indirect heat. Cover;cook until chicken is no longer pink near bone, 40-50 minutes. Transfer to serving platter;sprinkle with parsley. If desired, serve with lime wedges.

by: cookinrooky