How do you prepare Grilled Buttermilk Chicken ?

 #### Grilled Buttermilk Chicken Preparation

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to prepare Grilled Buttermilk Chicken:

1. **Prepare the marinade**: Whisk together buttermilk, garlic, herbs, and a couple of basic pantry staples. The acidic nature of buttermilk works as a tenderizer by breaking down the protein. Soaking the chicken pieces in the buttermilk brine that is seasoned ensures the meat gets well-seasoned from the inside out. Other herbs and spices give the required flavor. Brown sugar also helps to tenderize the meat and gives a nice caramelization while grilling. You can also add spices like chili powder, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and hot sauce for additional flavor.

2. **Marinate the chicken**: Submerge the chicken in the marinade, and stash it in the fridge. You can do this the morning of grilling or the night before. The chicken absorbs the flavors in the marinade, and the buttermilk tenderizes the meat, so even lean boneless skinless breasts are incredibly juicy and moist when they come off the grill. It's recommended to marinate the chicken for 8 hours, or overnight.

3. **Prepare the grill**: Prepare the grill for both direct and indirect heat by firing up one side of the grill to medium-high, or filling one side of a charcoal grill with lit charcoal. Cover the grill and heat for 20 minutes while you prepare the chicken. Brush the grill grates lightly with olive oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.

4. **Grill the chicken**: Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Place the chicken on the grill and cook until golden brown and charred on both sides and just cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Enjoy your Grilled Buttermilk Chicken! It's a flavorful, tender, and juicy dish that's perfect for any barbecue or meal.