Baked BBQ Chicken Breast
Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breasts
about 1.5 lbs. total
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
plus more to grease the pan
- 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375° F. Grease a casserole dish with a bit of oil.
- 2
Place the chicken breast into a large Ziploc bag. Add oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and salt. Shake well until fully coated with oil and spices.
- 3
Next, place the chicken into the prepared dish. Brush the breast with half of the BBQ sauce and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.
- 4
After 15 minutes flip the chicken and brush again with the BBQ sauce and continue to bake until cooked through.
- 5
Once done, remove from the oven. Slice and serve warm with the remaining BBQ sauce.
Baked BBQ Chicken Breast
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About this Recipe
Craving tender, flavorful BBQ chicken without the fuss of a grill? This Baked BBQ Chicken Breast recipe delivers all the smoky, sweet, and tangy goodness straight from your oven, making weeknight dinners incredibly simple and delicious.
What makes this recipe truly special is its balance of simplicity and deep flavor. By combining a robust spice rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and white pepper, you create a savory foundation that perfectly complements your favorite BBQ sauce. This method ensures every bite is infused with flavor, creating moist and juicy chicken every time.
Expect perfectly cooked chicken breasts, enveloped in a beautifully caramelized and savory crust. Each slice reveals succulent, tender meat bursting with that classic barbecue taste you love. It's a comforting yet satisfying meal that feels both familiar and incredibly satisfying, all while being remarkably easy to prepare.
Feel free to customize this dish to your liking. While large chicken breasts are specified, you could use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for an equally delicious, perhaps even juicier, result (though cooking time may vary slightly). For an extra layer of heat, a pinch of cayenne pepper can be added to the spice rub. If you don't have avocado oil, a neutral oil like olive oil works just as well.
This versatile baked chicken is ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or whenever you need a quick, crowd-pleasing main course. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, a crisp coleslaw, or a vibrant green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.