Smoky Maple Barbecued Chicken Breasts
Ignite your taste buds with these smoky maple barbecued chicken breasts—a flavorful fusion of sweet maple syrup, tangy barbecue sauce, and bold spices like smoked paprika and cumin. This recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into tender, juicy perfection with a quick 15-minute prep and just 20 minutes on the grill. The homemade barbecue glaze, kissed with the sweetness of maple syrup and the smokiness of paprika, caramelizes beautifully over high heat, creating a sticky, irresistible coating. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this dish pairs seamlessly with grilled veggies, coleslaw, or roasted potatoes for a complete, mouthwatering meal. Whether you're hosting guests or craving something special, this smoky-sweet recipe is bound to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.25 cups maple syrup
- 0.5 cups barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the chicken breasts and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside on a plate.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the sauce mixture for basting later.
Brush the chicken breasts on all sides with olive oil. Then, coat them generously with the barbecue glaze mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly covered.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F) and grease the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for 6–7 minutes per side, flipping once, until the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
In the final few minutes of grilling, brush the tops of the chicken breasts with the reserved barbecue glaze, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
Remove the chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, coleslaw, or roasted potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.3 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4282 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.1 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.5 g | ||
| Protein | 216.1 g | 432% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*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.
