Grilling is a great way to add smoky flavors to your favorite dishes, and chicken breasts are a delicious and versatile option for any outdoor gathering. But how long to cook chicken breast on a Weber grill? To get the perfect grilled chicken every time, consider several factors such as size, temperature, and time. With the right combination, you can have succulent and delicious grilled chicken in minimal time. This blog post will provide readers with detailed instructions on how to cook chicken breasts on a Weber grill. From precise temperature settings to the right amount of time to cook, you’ll have all the information you need to make your next chicken dinner a success. After reading this blog post, you’ll be able to confidently make the perfect grilled chicken each and every time.
Introduction: BBQ Chicken Breasts on a Weber Kettle
The question “Can I do this using indirect grilling?” kept coming up after I wrote some other instructables on making BBQ using a water smoker. The answer is yes; you are not required to use a smoker, though I do prefer it. Using a small Weber kettle that I typically use for the “hamburger, hot dog” crowd, I chose to create an instructable for BBQ chicken breasts. Before you ask, yes, you can complete this instructable using a water smoker.
Step 2: The Evening Before, Brine the Chicken Breasts
This is a simple brine. In about 2 quarts of cold water, combine 1/4 cup of Kosher salt and 1/4 cup of white sugar. Stir until the ingredients are dissolved. Now is the time to add a different flavor, such as bay leaf. I use a pretty heavy duty spice rub the next day, so I just want to get some juice into the breasts. I say about, because if the solution isn’t enough to cover the chicken breasts in whatever bowl or bag you chose, you can add water without harming the brine (within limits). The night before, submerge the breasts in the brine, cover, and chill for 8 to 24 hours. Although some of you may want to skip it, doing so ensures a tender, juicy chicken breast. Making the chicken red rub together will be noted in the next step if you decide to skip this one.
Step 5: I Add a Pot to My Kettle Grill to Get the Effect of a Water Smoker
In my Weber, I have a little pot that fits underneath the grill grate. My grill is small, so I believe there is more room for charcoal there than there would be in an aluminum pan. Put the pot in, and fill with boiling water. You will need to wait a long time for your kettle to reach temperature if you use cold water, and you will use a lot of charcoal. I start with about half of a 5 lb bag. I light the first charcoal in the kettle while leaving the bottom vent completely open. I cover the grill when the coals are covered in white ash and wait for the temperature to reach between 220F and 250F.
FAQ
How long do you grill chicken breast on a Weber?
Grill the chicken breasts over direct medium heat, with the lid closed, for 8 to 12 minutes, turning the meat once or twice, or until it is firm to the touch and no longer pink in the center. After taking the food off the grill, rest it for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm. Brush the cooking grates clean.
How long do you cook chicken on a Weber grill?
Turning the chicken pieces once or twice, grill the chicken pieces with the skin side down initially over indirect medium heat with the lid closed. The whole legs will take 40 to 50 minutes, and the breasts and wing pieces will take 30 to 40 minutes.
How long do you grilled chicken breast on the grill?
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts. Time: 5 to 6 minutes per side.
- Temperature: Medium-high (400˚F)
- Best technique: Cook over direct heat until 165˚F.
How long do you grill boneless chicken breast on the grill?
Cooking time for boneless, skinless breasts should be 10 to 12 minutes on high heat. In order to toss the salad or grab a platter before flipping the food over to cook the other side, you have no more than five minutes.
