Description
Barbecue chicken is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to outdoor cookouts. This juicy, tender chicken is grilled to perfection and coated with a tangy, smoky barbecue sauce that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re grilling over charcoal or using your oven, this recipe guarantees delicious results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, chili powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (350°F for baking).
- Step 2: Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and optionally add garlic powder, paprika, or other spices.
- Step 3: Marinate the chicken with olive oil and barbecue sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 4: Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or bake for 40-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Step 5: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, brush on more barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of grilling. Serve with side dishes like grilled corn, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes (grill) / 45-60 minutes (bake)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg