Description
Extra-Juicy Grilled BBQ Chicken is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer cookouts and family gatherings. This mouthwatering dish features tender marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with a smoky BBQ glaze that caramelizes beautifully. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it impossible to resist. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a memorable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
- Grill each chicken breast for 6-8 minutes per side until charred and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- Brush BBQ sauce on during the last minute of grilling.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg