BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven
BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven deliver juicy, bone-in chicken with crisped skin lacquered in sweet, smoky sauce. Baked hot, then finished with layers of barbecue glaze, the meat stays tender while the exterior caramelizes. Ideal for weeknights or casual gatherings when you want bold barbecue flavor without firing up the grill.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 25 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 31
- Heart Health
- 10
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking pan with heavy-duty foil to make cleanup easier.
- 3
Prepare the chicken breasts by trimming off the rib meat if desired; leave the skin on. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and place it in the pan.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until juices begin to show, about 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 5
Remove the pan and generously pour 1/2 of the barbecue sauce over the chicken. Continue baking for 20 minutes. Repeat with the remaining barbecue sauce.
- 6
Cook until the centers are no longer pink and the skin is crispy, 15 to 20 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 7
Serve hot and enjoy.
- Calories 346.64 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 53.88 g Good Source 108%
- Carbohydrate 21.7 g 8%
- Total Fat 4.39 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 145.83 mg High 49%
- Sodium 642.51 mg High 28%
- Dietary Fiber 0.64 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 17.43 g --
- Added Sugars 17.43 g High 35%
- Calcium 12.31 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 1.83 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 135.69 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 58.76 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 2.85 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven is made with 3 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Barbecue Sauce, Chicken Breast, and Salt & Pepper. Each serving provides about 346.64 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven made of?
- The main ingredients are Barbecue Sauce, Chicken Breast, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 3 is above.
- How long does it take to make BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven?
- About 55 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 346.64 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven healthy?
- BBQ Chicken Breasts in the Oven has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 346.64 calories and 53.88 g of protein, or 108% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 642.51 mg (28% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 17.43 g (35% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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