High Protein Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce
Satisfy your cravings for a protein-packed, flavor-filled meal with this High Protein Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce recipe, perfect for fitness enthusiasts and barbecue lovers alike! Juicy, skinless chicken breasts are seasoned with a bold blend of garlic, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper, then grilled to smoky perfection. The homemade barbecue sauce, featuring tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, and a kick of cayenne, adds a sweet and tangy glaze that caramelizes beautifully under the heat. Quick to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings, this healthy grilled chicken recipe delivers tender, mouthwatering bites while keeping your macros in check. Serve it with extra barbecue sauce for dipping, and pair with grilled veggies or a crisp salad for a complete, nutritious meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 6 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 4 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
In a separate bowl, combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to prepare the barbecue sauce.
Place the chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on the first side.
Flip the chicken and generously brush with the barbecue sauce.
Continue cooking for another 6-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled chicken with extra barbecue sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.5 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3364 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.8 g | ||
| Protein | 222.1 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3322 mg | 71% | |
*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.
