Description
Indulge in this Easy Baked BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe that combines convenience and flavor, making it the ideal addition to your weeknight dinner rotation. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy juicy and tender chicken breasts coated with a smoky spice rub and slathered in tangy BBQ sauce. This dish not only satisfies your cravings for barbecue but can also be served in various ways—from salads to sandwiches—making it versatile for any occasion. Plus, with its kid-friendly flavors, everyone at the table will love it!
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking tray with non-stick spray or lining.
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry and coat each side with the spice rub.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Apply BBQ sauce generously on top and return to bake for another 5-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg