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30 Minute BBQ Baked Chicken Breasts

30 Minute BBQ Baked Chicken Breasts

There's nothing better than a simple dinner that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. These 30 Minute BBQ Baked Chicken Breasts are juicy, tender, and coated in a rich, caramelized barbecue sauce that turns perfectly sticky in the oven. Whether you're cooking for your family on a busy weeknight or need an easy recipe for meal prep, this chicken comes together quickly with just a handful of pantry staples.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika regular or smoked
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite variety

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, then season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the chicken is almost fully cooked.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and generously brush barbecue sauce over each chicken breast.
  • Return to the oven and bake for another 5–8 minutes, until the sauce is sticky and caramelized and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

 
  • Pound thicker chicken breasts to an even thickness for more even cooking.
  • Use your favorite barbecue sauce to customize the flavor.
  • Add the BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning.
  • For extra caramelization, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
 

Nutrition Facts

 
  • Calories: 292 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Protein: 33 g
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 98 mg
  • Sodium: 760 mg
  • Potassium: 620 mg
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Vitamin A: 390 IU
  • Vitamin C: 2 mg
  • Calcium: 28 mg
  • Iron: 1.2 mg