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Baked BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe

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  • Author: Jack
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Baked BBQ Chicken Breast recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful homemade spice rub and brushed with tangy BBQ sauce. The chicken is first seared in an oven-safe skillet to lock in moisture and flavor, then baked to perfection in the oven. It’s an easy, delicious way to enjoy a classic BBQ dish indoors without the grill.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (3–4 chicken breasts)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup BBQ Sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375˚F to prepare it for baking the chicken.
  2. Prepare the spice rub: In a small dish, combine chili powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cumin. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Season the chicken: Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for maximum flavor.
  4. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on one side until nicely seared, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side.
  5. Apply BBQ sauce and bake: Brush BBQ sauce liberally over both sides of the seared chicken. Transfer the skillet directly to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 18-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
  6. Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve warm for a delicious barbecue-inspired meal. *If your skillet is not oven-safe, after brushing with BBQ sauce, transfer the chicken to a baking sheet before baking.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through to 165˚F for safety and juiciness.
  • You can substitute the BBQ sauce with your favorite homemade or store-bought variety.
  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer chicken to a baking sheet after searing and applying BBQ sauce before baking.
  • Letting the chicken rest after baking helps retain moisture for tender results.
  • Adjust the spice rub quantities based on your preferred level of seasoning or heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: BBQ chicken, baked chicken breast, easy chicken recipe, oven baked BBQ chicken, boneless skinless chicken, weeknight dinner

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