Description
Extra-Juicy Grilled BBQ Chicken is your go-to recipe for summer barbecues, delivering succulent chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and tangy apple cider vinegar. Grilled to perfection, this dish boasts a smoky flavor and juicy texture that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Whether served with classic sides like coleslaw or corn on the cob, this barbecue chicken is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight preferred).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
- Grill the chicken: Place marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until grill marks appear.
- Baste with marinade: Brush additional marinade on the chicken during the last flip.
- Check doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg