Chicken with Balsamic Bbq Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Chicken with Balsamic BBQ Sauce! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a blend of spices and basted in a rich, tangy homemade barbecue sauce infused with balsamic vinegar, honey, and smoked paprika. Whether grilled to perfection or baked in the oven, this dish delivers a mouthwatering balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings. Serve it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. This recipe is as easy as it is impressive—ideal for BBQ lovers looking to add a sophisticated twist to their favorite chicken dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them on a clean plate.
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season them with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder on both sides.
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar, ketchup, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and minced garlic.
Whisk the sauce ingredients together and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Set aside a portion of the balsamic BBQ sauce for serving, and use the rest for basting the chicken.
If grilling, place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, basting with the balsamic BBQ sauce during the grilling process.
If baking, place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush with balsamic BBQ sauce. Bake for 20-25 minutes, basting again halfway through the cooking time.
Check that the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove from the grill or oven.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle the reserved balsamic BBQ sauce over the top and serve with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.8 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4331 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.5 g | ||
| Protein | 220.0 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2314 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
