Ingredients

2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 to 4 pounds each), cut into 8 pieces each Salt and pepperBARBECUE SAUCE:2 tablespoons canola oil2 small onions, finely chopped2 cups ketchup1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons water1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Preparation

Sprinkle chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Grill, skin side down, uncovered, on a greased rack over medium heat for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, make barbecue sauce by heating oil over medium heat. Add onion; saute until tender. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.

Turn chicken; brush with barbecue sauce. Grill 15-25 minutes longer, brushing frequently with sauce, until a thermometer reads 165° when inserted in the breast and 170°-175° in the thigh.