Classic Barbecued Chicken Breasts
Juicy, smoky, and perfectly charred, these Classic Barbecued Chicken Breasts are a timeless summer grilling favorite that’s full of flavor and easy to master. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are brushed with olive oil, then seasoned with a simple yet aromatic blend of garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Grilled to perfection over medium-high heat, they’re basted with glossy, tangy barbecue sauce in the final minutes for a mouthwatering caramelized finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, and pairs beautifully with classic sides like coleslaw, corn on the cob, or a crisp garden salad. Perfectly grilled chicken has never been so simple—or so irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F) and lightly oil the grates.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them on a clean surface.
Brush both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Place the chicken on the preheated grill. Cover and cook for approximately 6-7 minutes on one side without flipping, to develop grill marks.
Flip the chicken breasts using tongs, cover, and cook for another 6-7 minutes on the other side.
Brush barbecue sauce generously on one side of the chicken, flip, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Brush barbecue sauce on the other side, flip again, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (use a meat thermometer to check).
Remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
Serve warm with additional barbecue sauce on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3909 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.5 g | ||
| Protein | 218.5 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2467 mg | 52% | |
*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.
