Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Fire up the grill and get ready for a mouthwatering barbecue experience with this irresistible Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a blend of smoky spices, then char-grilled to tender perfection for a deliciously juicy bite. A homemade barbecue sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of smoked paprika provides the ultimate sweet-and-tangy glaze, taking this dish to new levels of backyard grill mastery. Quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking, this recipe is ideal for casual weeknight dinners or lively summer gatherings. Serve these flavor-packed chicken breasts hot off the grill with extra sauce for dipping—your guests won’t be able to resist! Keywords: grilled chicken, barbecue sauce recipe, homemade BBQ glaze, summer grilling ideas, easy chicken recipe.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).

2. In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

3. Place the chicken breasts on a large plate or tray. Drizzle with olive oil and generously coat both sides with the spice mixture.

4. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili powder, and smoked paprika.

5. Stir the barbecue sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

6. Place the chicken breasts on the grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side, ensuring a nice char marks and until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

7. During the last 5 minutes of grilling, brush a generous amount of barbecue sauce on each side of the chicken breasts.

8. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

9. Serve the grilled chicken hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (264.2g)

Calories		438
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.2 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	2.6 g	13%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		148 mg	49%
Sodium		935 mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate		23.5 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	0.8 g	3%
	Total Sugars	17.7 g
Protein		54.4 g	109%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		42 mg	3%
Iron		2.4 mg	13%
Potassium		545 mg	12%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 475 cal (27.6%%)

Protein: 869 cal (50.6%%)

Carbs: 375 cal (21.8%%)