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Juicy grilled BBQ chicken breasts with charred grill marks and a glossy barbecue glaze on a platter.

Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx 200g each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 cup barbecue sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F to 450°F (204°C to 232°C).
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing.
  3. Combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
  4. Apply olive oil to both sides of the chicken and season evenly with the spice mixture.
  5. Place chicken on the grill grates and cook undisturbed for 6 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken breasts and brush the grilled side generously with barbecue sauce.
  7. Cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  8. Apply sauce to the second side, flip, and cook for 1 minute to caramelize the sugars.
  9. Remove chicken from the grill and transfer to a clean plate.
  10. Tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes to reach a final internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).