Easy BBQ Chicken

Easy BBQ Chicken is one of those recipes that just sticks with you. It’s super simple, all about a juicy and flavorful piece of chicken coated in a sticky, sweet, slightly tangy BBQ sauce that you’d want to lick off your fingers. Whether you’re a grilling newbie or a seasoned pro, this recipe makes you feel like a BBQ pit master with minimal effort. It’s perfect for any casual weeknight dinner or a sunny backyard get-together.

Let me tell you, my family can’t get enough of this. My husband literally hovers around the kitchen whenever he knows the BBQ sauce is being whipped up, wagging a little chicken drumstick in his mind, I swear. It’s become such a staple that I could probably make it with my eyes closed, though someone might lose a finger. There was this one time I made it for our neighbors during an impromptu barbecue, and let’s just say I’ve been roped into many more since. So, you’ve been warned—make it once, and you’re everyone’s favorite BBQ chef.

How to Make It

So here’s the deal—you’ve got to start with good chicken, bone in or out, it’s your call. Instead of fussing over a million ingredients, you just need a great BBQ sauce. You slather it on like you’re making a messy painting, and let the heat work its magic. It’s all about that char—gets you a bit of caramelization, and that’s the dream.

✔Ingredient Notes

– BBQ Sauce: Choose your favorite; spicy, sweet, it all works. I once used peach BBQ sauce, and it blew my mind.
– Chicken: Breast or thighs, doesn’t matter. Even drums work. Just don’t overcook, or it’s like chewing on an old boot.
– Brown Sugar: Adds some extra sticky-sweet love. Tried skipping it once, felt like a fool—don’t do that.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Preheat your grill on medium heat.
2. Generously coat chicken with BBQ sauce.
3. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
4. Baste with more sauce and grill another 2 minutes per side.
5. Rest for a bit—people tend to forget this step but let those juices stay put.
6. Serve with extra sauce on the side because you should.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

Serve it with corn on the cob slathered in butter or a tangy coleslaw to balance the sweetness.

✔Storage Tips

Store leftovers in the fridge. Cold BBQ chicken for breakfast? Don’t question it—just do it. It’s like morning bliss. Wrap it tight though, or it gets funky real fast.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Out of brown sugar? Swap it with honey or maple syrup. No fresh garlic? Garlic powder won’t kill anyone. Really, it’s such a forgiving recipe—you can mess around a bit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Easy BBQ Chicken

This quick and flavorful BBQ chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekend cookouts.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 4 pieces chicken breasts
• ▢ 1 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 0.5 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
• Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
• During the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush BBQ sauce generously on both sides of the chicken.
• Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.