Baked BBQ Chicken Breasts (3 Ingredients)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
254 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Baked BBQ Chicken Breasts (3 Ingredients)
Description
Baked BBQ Chicken Breasts calls for marinating chicken breasts in barbecue sauce combined with minced garlic to infuse flavor. After marinating from 30 minutes to 24 hours for more depth, the chicken is arranged in a casserole dish and baked uncovered at a high temperature until cooked through. The sauce thickens and coats the chicken, adding moisture and a slight char if broiled briefly at the end.
The dish results in tender chicken breasts with a sweet, smoky barbecue glaze and mild garlic notes. The preparation requires minimal ingredients and hands-on time, with the baking allowing flavors to meld.
This chicken works well sliced alongside vegetables or rice or shredded for sandwiches, especially with additional sauce added if needed. It is versatile for easy weeknight meals and can be adapted with alternative chicken cuts such as drumsticks or bone-in pieces, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
If desired, broiling the chicken for a few minutes after baking adds slight charring. The sauce may be modified with additions such as maple syrup for sweetness or sriracha for spice. Leftovers reheat well and the chicken freezes successfully.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast about 5 ounces each, boneless skinless
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or freezer bag, combine chicken breasts, bbq sauce, and minced garlic. Marinate at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Place chicken and sauce in a 2.5qt casserole dish and bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Cool 5 minutes before serving. Spoon sauce over the chicken to serve.
Notes
- Other chicken cuts like drumsticks or legs can be used; bone-in pieces require longer baking times around 45 minutes.
- For a slight char, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- This chicken can be shredded and mixed back into the sauce for sandwiches; add chicken broth to loosen the sauce as needed.
- Optional additions to the barbecue sauce include maple syrup, honey, brown sugar for sweetness, or sriracha, chili flakes, and diced jalapenos for spice.
- Adjust tang with apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, or ranch seasoning to vary flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 254 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 866mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 590mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 194IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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