Kansas City Style Barbecued Chicken

 

¼ c. canola oil

2 medium onion, dices

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 c. peeled, seeded and dices tomatoes

½ c. ketchup

½ c. brown sugar

¼ c. light corn syrup

2 T. worcestershire sauce

¼ c. molasses

½ c. vinegar

¼ c. dijon mustard

½ t. red pepper flakes

1 T. paprika

salt and pepper

1 chicken, about 3 ½ pounds, cut into 8 serving pieces

 

In a large saucepan over medium heat, warn the canola oil.  Add the onions and garlic and saute, stirring occasionally until the onions are caramelized and very tender, 12-15 minutes.  Add the tomatoes, ketchup, brown sugar, corn syrup, worcestershire sauce, molasses, vinegar, mustard, red pepper flakes and paprika.  Stir to mix, bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low.  Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened, 45 minutes to an hour.  Season with salt and black pepper.   Meanwhile, prepare a medium-hot fire in a grill.  Season the chicken with salt and pepper.  Arrange the chicken on the frill and cook, turning frequently with tongs to prevent scorching, until lightly golden, 15-20 minutes.  Begin basting the chicken with the sauce and continue cooking, turning often and basting with more sauce, until the chicken is crisp, tender and glazed with sauce, 10-15 minutes more.  Serve immediately and pass the extra sauce.