This classic American BBQ chicken recipe is packed with flavors and perfect for any outdoor gathering. The chicken is marinated in a tangy BBQ sauce and grilled to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat with a smoky charred flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Directions
- In a bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat them well. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Brush the chicken with additional BBQ sauce during grilling for extra flavor.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the BBQ chicken hot with your favorite sides like coleslaw, cornbread, and potato salad.