Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Extra-Juicy Grilled BBQ Chicken, where tender, marinated chicken breasts meet smoky grill perfection. This recipe brings together a harmonious blend of flavors with garlic, olive oil, and your favorite BBQ sauce, making it an ideal centerpiece for summer cookouts or casual family dinners. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish promises to impress your guests and create lasting memories around the grill.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and brown sugar to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for optimal flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard leftover liquid. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Brush with BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with additional BBQ sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg