Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Breasts
A quick and satisfying recipe for juicy, baked chicken breasts coated in tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Coat each chicken breast thoroughly in the olive oil mixture.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and generously brush the tops with BBQ sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with extra BBQ sauce, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For juicier chicken, consider marinating the chicken breasts in olive oil and spices for a few hours before baking. Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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