Barbecue chicken is a popular dish that varies widely in preparation and flavor, but the essential components usually involve marinated or seasoned chicken cooked over a grill or barbecue, often with a tangy and savory barbecue sauce. Here's a basic overview of how to prepare barbecue chicken:

### Ingredients:
- **Chicken pieces:** Can be breasts, thighs, drumsticks, or a combination.
- **Barbecue sauce:** Store-bought or homemade (common ingredients include ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices).
- **Seasonings:** Salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and any preferred spices.
- **Optional marinade:** Ingredients like olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and herbs for additional flavor.

### Directions:
1. **Prepare the Chicken:** Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces. If using a marinade, combine the marinade ingredients and let the chicken soak in it for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
2. **Season the Chicken:** Sprinkle the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and your choice of seasonings.
3. **Preheat the Grill:** Heat the grill to medium-high. Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
4. **Grill the Chicken:** Place the chicken on the grill. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the pieces. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
5. **Apply Barbecue Sauce:** In the last few minutes of grilling, brush the barbecue sauce onto the chicken, turning and basting until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
6. **Serve:** Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

### Tips:
- **Indirect Heat:** For thicker pieces, you may want to start cooking them over indirect heat (with the grill cover closed) to ensure they cook through without burning the outside.
- **Homemade Barbecue Sauce:** Making your own sauce allows you to customize the flavor to your preference. Common recipes include ingredients like ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic, and various spices.

### Resources for More Information:
- [BBQ Chicken Recipe - Food Network](https://www.foodnetwork.com/re....cipes/bbq-chicken-re
- [Grilled BBQ Chicken Recipe - Simply Recipes](https://www.simplyrecipes.com/....recipes/grilled_bbq_
- [Barbecue Chicken - AllRecipes](https://www.allrecipes.com/rec....ipe/49404/simple-bar

Feel free to explore these resources for more detailed recipes and variations!