Question about sugar in rubs

onpoint456

I know sugar in rubs will burn when exposed to high heat, but does that hold true if not directly exposed?

I just picked up some rubs that I want to try on a spatchcocked chicken but it has sugar in it. I was thinking of just using spog on the outside and putting the rub under the skin. Any issues with that?

Gulfcoastguy

Just keep the temperature down , maybe 350F and get the chicken up to gasket level.

4TheGrillOfIt

You are definitely safe indirect.  You are safe direct as well for quick cooks.  I use a sugar based rub all the time on salmon grilled direct.  Great for caramelization and browning. 

lkapigian

Keep it low till the end, but

Another reason to make your own rubs, add the sugar towards the end