Description
Achieve restaurant-quality results with this flavorful, tender BBQ chicken breast recipe. By utilizing a savory spice rub and a careful two-stage grilling technique, you can lock in moisture while creating a deep, caramelized exterior. Perfect for a protein-packed meal, this guide ensures your chicken stays juicy every time. It is a simple, accessible method that turns boneless, skinless chicken into a backyard favorite, flavored with a perfectly balanced, alcohol-free BBQ sauce glaze.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
1 cup tomato-based BBQ sauce (alcohol-free)
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap until they reach a uniform thickness of one inch.
Mix the paprika, brown sugar, and garlic powder in a small bowl to create the dry rub.
Brush both sides of the chicken with olive oil and apply the spice mixture evenly across the meat.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, targeting approximately 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for five minutes without moving it to establish clear grill marks.
Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another four to five minutes.
Brush the BBQ sauce over the cooked side, flip, and grill for an additional 1-2 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove from the grill and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit for safety and peak juiciness. Resting the meat is essential to allow juices to redistribute. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg