Description
Tender, juicy oven-roasted chicken breasts coated in a sticky, flavorful BBQ glaze. This easy, comforting recipe delivers classic barbecue taste without the need for a grill, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 inch thick)
1 cup BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub olive oil over both sides of the chicken breasts, then evenly coat with the spice mixture.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and brush half of the BBQ sauce on both sides of the chicken.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Brush the remaining BBQ sauce on top and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Boneless chicken thighs can be used for a juicier result.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Use hickory or mesquite BBQ sauce for a smoky flavor.
Letting the chicken rest helps retain its juices.
Parchment paper makes cleanup easier but is optional.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
