Description
Juicy, tender, and flavorful BBQ chicken breasts baked to perfection in the oven. This easy recipe uses your favorite barbecue sauce and simple seasoning, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Perfect for those craving a smoky, sweet flavor without the need for a grill.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice of flavor)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them on a baking sheet or in an oven-safe dish.
- Season: Drizzle the chicken with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Apply BBQ sauce: Brush the BBQ sauce generously over the chicken breasts, coating them thoroughly.
- Bake: Place the chicken in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and garnish: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy with extra BBQ sauce on the side!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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