Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast

5 from 69 votes

If you are looking for The Best BBQ Chicken Breast then this recipe is for you. The dry rub and the BBQ sauce brings all the flavors together

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Let sit and cool5

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast

Servings:

Calories: 180kcal

Author: Carrie Barnard

Cost: $10.24, $2.56 per Servings

Ingredients

4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Paprika
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Pepper
1/2 cup BBQ Sauce

Instructions

In a small bowl, stir together 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
Preheat the grill to 350 degrees F. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Once the grill is hot, place the 4 chicken breasts on the grill.
Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side.
Brush the chicken with 1/4 cup BBQ sauce. Flip the chicken and brush the other side with another 1/4 cup BBQ sauce. Cook for 3 minutes
Flip the chicken again and continue cooking for 3 to 4 more minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
Move the chicken to a breast, let the chicken sit for 5 minutes. Then it's ready to slice and enjoy!

Notes

The cook times will vary based on the size of the chicken. Make sure to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to the correct temperature.

Store any leftover chicken in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.

Expert Tips

Hot Grill - Make sure your grill is hot. Cooking chicken on a hot grill helps to keep them juicy.
Same Size Chicken - When preparing your chicken, make sure that they are all even thickness. This makes sure they are evenly cooked.
Allow Chicken to rest - After chicken is done cooking, make sure you allow chicken to rest. This locks in the juices and the flavoring.
Cooking Indoors - This is a great recipe to cook indoors with a cast iron skillet or indoor grill pan. You can even place in a baking dish and bake in the oven.

Seasoning Variation Ideas

Spicy BBQ Chicken - Use spicy BBQ sauce or add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
Hawaiian Style - Brush with BBQ and pineapple juice for a delicious variation.
Honey BBQ - Mix honey into your BBQ sauce for sweetness.
Taco Seasoning - For a delicious twist, season the chicken with a taco seasoning blend with simple spices such as chili powder, onion powder, and cumin.

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