Description
Savor the irresistible taste of BBQ chicken, perfect for summer gatherings and backyard cookouts. This easy recipe features tender, juicy chicken marinated in a delightful blend of spices and coated with your favorite BBQ sauce. Ideal for any occasion, this dish embodies the spirit of fun-filled days with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
- Coat the chicken thoroughly in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- While marinating, mix together BBQ sauce ingredients (if making homemade).
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Brush with BBQ sauce during the last few minutes.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg