Low Sodium Barbecue Chicken
Savor the smoky, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors of this Low Sodium Barbecue Chicken, a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts are coated in a homemade barbecue sauce that combines low sodium ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of unsulphured molasses, ensuring all the flavor without the excess salt. A blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne adds depth and a mild kick to every bite. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, makes for a guilt-free yet satisfying weeknight dinner. Pair it with steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad for a nutritious and delicious meal the whole family will love! Keywords: low sodium barbecue chicken recipe, healthy chicken dinner, easy low sodium meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Low sodium ketchup
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Unsulphured molasses
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium bowl, combine low sodium ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, and molasses; whisk until smooth.
Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until fully incorporated to create the barbecue sauce.
Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour half of the barbecue sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated. Reserve the remaining sauce for later.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and brush the chicken with the reserved barbecue sauce.
Return the chicken to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Take the baking dish out of the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the barbecue chicken with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 591 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 107.4 g | ||
| Protein | 220.7 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 3133 mg | 67% | |
*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.
