High Protein BBQ Chicken
Elevate your grilling game with this High Protein BBQ Chicken recipe—a perfect balance of bold flavors and wholesome nutrition! Featuring tender, boneless, skinless chicken breasts seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, this dish is perfect for a protein-packed dinner. Brushed with olive oil and kissed with a tangy BBQ sauce infused with lemon juice, the chicken remains juicy and smoky after its time on the grill. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a total cook time under 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve it alongside grilled vegetables or a crisp green salad for a satisfying, healthy meal. Whether you're looking for a high-protein option or simply love BBQ classics, this dish is a must-try! Perfect keywords: "high protein BBQ chicken," "grilled chicken dinner," "healthy BBQ recipes," "quick high protein meals."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
In another bowl, combine BBQ sauce and lemon juice.
Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on one side.
Flip the chicken breasts and brush generously with the BBQ sauce mixture.
Cook for another 6-7 minutes, brushing more BBQ sauce as needed and until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the BBQ chicken with your choice of sides, such as grilled vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.5 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3609 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.8 g | ||
| Protein | 224.3 g | 449% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2422 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.
