Description
The Best BBQ Chicken Recipe is your ultimate solution for a juicy and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any gathering or cozy dinner. With minimal prep time and just a handful of ingredients, you can create tender BBQ chicken breasts that are bursting with flavor. Using olive oil and your favorite BBQ sauce ensures each bite is moist and satisfying, making it a crowd-pleaser at cookouts or weeknight dinners. Whether you choose to grill or bake, this simple recipe delivers delicious results every time. Impress your family and friends with perfectly cooked chicken that requires little fuss but offers maximum taste.
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
- Preheat your grill to medium heat or your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then brush both sides with olive oil.
- Season generously with salt and pepper, letting them sit at room temperature while preparing the grill or oven.
- For the grill: Place chicken on grates and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, basting with BBQ sauce in the last few minutes.
- For baking: Place in a baking dish and cook for 20-25 minutes, basting halfway through.
- Check doneness using a meat thermometer – ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg