Description
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy, tender chicken with a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal, perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. With its crispy skin and flavorful glaze, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste of homemade BBQ goodness without the grill!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, minced garlic, and BBQ sauce until combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour half of the sauce mixture over the top, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C). Brush on additional sauce halfway through cooking for extra flavor.
- Serve hot, drizzled with remaining BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg