Description
Grilled BBQ Chicken is a deliciously smoky, sweet, and tangy dish that’s perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family dinners. With its juicy texture and rich flavor, this recipe will impress your guests whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a simple weeknight meal. Easy to prepare and customizable, this chicken is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup (no high fructose corn syrup)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F or 190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and smoked paprika to create the marinade.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Brush reserved marinade on chicken during the last few minutes of grilling for extra flavor.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg