Description
The Best BBQ Chicken Recipe is your go-to dish for any occasion, delivering juicy, flavorful chicken breasts that are sure to impress family and friends. Perfect for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight meal, this easy recipe requires minimal prep and features tender chicken slathered in your favorite BBQ sauce. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors will delight both kids and adults alike. With just a few simple ingredients and cooking options, this recipe makes it easy to savor delicious BBQ chicken while spending time with loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, and pepper; rub this blend onto each chicken breast.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the chicken on the grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or bake in the oven for 25 minutes until fully cooked.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, brush BBQ sauce onto the chicken to allow it to caramelize.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg