Description
BBQ Chicken Breasts are the ultimate summer dish that brings friends and family together. Infused with a smoky BBQ flavor and tender juiciness, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also satisfies even the pickiest eaters. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a weekend cookout or looking for a quick weeknight meal, these BBQ Chicken Breasts are sure to be a hit. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy mouthwatering chicken that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 cups water (cool)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fine sea salt
Instructions
- Brine the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, whisk together water and salt until dissolved. Add chicken breasts, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium heat and brush grates with olive oil.
- Season the Chicken: Remove chicken from brine, pat dry, coat with olive oil, and sprinkle paprika on both sides.
- Grill the Chicken: Place on the hot grill, baste with BBQ sauce, and cook for about 5-6 minutes until grill marks appear. Flip, baste again, cover, and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest & Serve: After grilling, apply one last coat of BBQ sauce and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg