These Chicken Hindquarters are coated with liberal amounts of Korean BBQ Rub, grilled on our pellet grill, and then coated with my Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce. If you want a break from your typical grilled chicken, then these Sweet Chili Chicken Leg Quarters are the answer to your dinner quandary.

Sweet Chili Chicken Leg Quarters

Dive right into this Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters with Sweet Chili Sauce recipe – a surefire hit for any BBQ or dinner. It’s a hearty, flavor-packed dish that marries the smoky taste of grilled chicken leg quarters with a tangy and sweet homemade chili sauce.

Today you’ll learn how to grill chicken leg quarters to perfection. These juicy cuts stay moist and flavorful even under high grilling temperatures.

This grilled chicken with sweet chili sauce recipe is high in protein, pairs well with various healthy side dishes, and is undeniably delicious. From salads and grilled veggies to light couscous, this dish fits in seamlessly.

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Grilled Chicken Leg Quarters Ingredients

• chicken leg quarters
• bbq rub (store-bought or homemade is fine)
• Sweet Chili Sauce (store-bought or homemade is fine)

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What are Chicken Leg Quarters?

Chicken leg quarters are the thigh and drumstick meat. Basically, the whole section of the leg.

Leg quarters are also pretty inexpensive too. You can separate them into thighs and legs if you want, but I prefer to leave them together and grill them as a whole piece. They are easier to separate after they are cooked, anyway.

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How long does it take to grill chicken leg quarters?

Typically it takes around 40-55 minutes, depending on the size of your hindquarters. I always rely on a good meat thermometer rather than time, to ensure the proper internal temperature of 165-170°.

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How to grill chicken leg quarters on a Traeger

First, preheat your grill to around 350-400°.

Next, season your chicken and close the lid. Cook for about 20 minutes per side, and don’t forget to keep an eye on the internal temperature to see if they are done. You can’t judge them by taste or feel, and even looks can be deceiving when it comes to bone-in chicken.

To check the internal temperature, insert your meat or instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh but not touching the bone. It should be at 165° for both white and dark meat.

The key to cooking chicken on the grill without burning it is to check it frequently. If it’s browning too fast, move to a cooler part of the grill. There are always “hot spots” on every grill, so get to know yours and adjust accordingly.

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When do I put the sauce on the chicken?

I always slather on the sauce at the end when there are about 5 minutes left to cook, or it will begin to burn. Especially sweet chili sauce, which has quite a bit of sugar in it. Wait until the end of cooking, or drizzle on immediately after removing from the grill. You can also serve some sauce on the side.

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What should I serve with this grilled chicken?

Check out my list of Traeger Side Dishes right here!  You will find anything from Grilled Brussel Sprouts to Traeger Smoked Mac N Cheese and even Traeger Grilled Dinner Rolls! You’re sure to find all of the ideas you need that will pair perfectly with these Sweet Chili Leg Quarters.

For dessert, I even have a delicious Traeger Grilled Apple Crisp to recommend that would be the perfect end to any meal.

Try our Greek Chicken Marinade sometime too!

What if I don’t have a Traeger, or my grill is buried in snow?

If you don’t have a grill, or can’t find yours currently because it is buried in mountains of snow (I hope it isn’t!), these recipes can easily be adapted to be cooked indoors in your oven.

Love Sweet Chili Sauce? Try this Traeger Sweet Chili Shrimp recipe!