Chicken Barbecue Recipe - Filipino Style BBQ Chicken

Chicken Barbecue Recipe (Filipino Style BBQ)

Chicken Barbecue is a popular Filipino grilled dish known for its sweet, savory, and slightly smoky flavor. Marinated in a rich sauce and basted while grilling, this dish is commonly served during gatherings, fiestas, and weekend cookouts.

Ingredients:

• 1 kilo chicken (thighs, legs, or cut into strips for skewers)
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup calamansi juice or lemon juice
• 1/4 cup banana ketchup
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Wooden skewers (if making chicken sticks)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, banana ketchup, brown sugar, garlic, pepper, and oil.
2. Add chicken and mix well until fully coated.
3. Cover and marinate for at least 3–4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
4. If using skewers, thread chicken pieces onto soaked wooden sticks.
5. Preheat grill to medium heat.
6. Grill chicken while basting with leftover marinade.
7. Turn occasionally and cook until fully done and slightly charred.
8. Serve hot.

Cooking Tips:

• Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
• Baste frequently to keep the chicken juicy.
• Add chili flakes for a spicy version.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Chicken Barbecue is sweet, smoky, and incredibly flavorful. It’s easy to prepare and always a crowd favorite during parties and family gatherings.

Serving Suggestion: Best served with rice, atchara (pickled papaya), and a cold drink.