Glazed BBQ Chicken Breasts
4 servings This recipe delivers perfectly juicy Glazed BBQ Chicken Breasts with a thick, glossy, and sticky-sweet BBQ glaze. The process is faster and requires careful attention to timing to prevent overcooking. x saved Sarah Cool Cook June 19, 2025 25 min.50 min.2/5 25 min. 50 min. 2/5 Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +) (for seasoning chicken)1x Small Mixing Bowl (about 1 QT) (for mixing the rub)1x Medium Sauce Pan (4QT)1x French Whisk1x Silicone Brush1x Tongs1x Baking Sheet (For the Oven Method)1x Aluminum Foil (For the Oven Method)1x Cooling Rack (For the Oven Method)1x Grill (For the Grill Method)1x Food Thermometer (probe) 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +) (for seasoning chicken) 1x Small Mixing Bowl (about 1 QT) (for mixing the rub) 1x Medium Sauce Pan (4QT) 1x French Whisk 1x Silicone Brush 1x Tongs 1x Baking Sheet (For the Oven Method) 1x Aluminum Foil (For the Oven Method) 1x Cooling Rack (For the Oven Method) 1x Grill (For the Grill Method) 1x Food Thermometer (probe) Directions: 1. Prepare the Chicken: Let’s start preparing the Glazed BBQ Chicken Breasts by preparing the chicken breasts. Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the rub all over the chicken. Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the rub all over the chicken. 2. Make the Glaze: In a medium saucepan, whisk together — ketchup, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, Worcestershire, soy sauce, liquid smoke, and red pepper flakes— all glaze ingredients except for the cornstarch slurry. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes to meld the flavors. Then whisk the cornstarch slurry into the sauce. Continue to simmer for 1-2 more minutes, whisking, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat. In a medium saucepan, whisk together — ketchup, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, Worcestershire, soy sauce, liquid smoke, and red pepper flakes— all glaze ingredients except for the cornstarch slurry. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes to meld the flavors. Then whisk the cornstarch slurry into the sauce. Continue to simmer for 1-2 more minutes, whisking, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat. 3. Cook the Chicken: This recipe for Glazed BBQ Chicken Breasts has two cooking options: the oven method (recommended for the best glaze) and the grill method. Choose the one that best suits your preferences. A. (Oven Method) Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack inside a foil-lined baking sheet. Initial Bake: Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on the wire rack. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Layer the Glaze: Remove the chicken from the oven and brush a generous layer of glaze over all surfaces. Return to the oven and bake for 5 more minutes. Final Glaze & Finish: Brush on a final, thick layer of glaze. Bake for another 3-5 minutes, or until the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) * and the glaze is bubbly. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack inside a foil-lined baking sheet. Initial Bake: Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on the wire rack. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Layer the Glaze: Remove the chicken from the oven and brush a generous layer of glaze over all surfaces. Return to the oven and bake for 5 more minutes. Final Glaze & Finish: Brush on a final, thick layer of glaze. Bake for another 3-5 minutes, or until the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) * and the glaze is bubbly. B. Grill Method: This method is for a smoky flavor. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F). Initial Grilling: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the hot grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until the chicken is almost cooked through. Glaze and Finish: Reduce heat to medium. Brush a thick layer of glaze on the chicken. Flip, and glaze the other side. Continue to cook for another 2-4 minutes, flipping once more, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) * and the glaze is sticky and caramelized. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F). Initial Grilling: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the hot grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until the chicken is almost cooked through. Glaze and Finish: Reduce heat to medium. Brush a thick layer of glaze on the chicken. Flip, and glaze the other side. Continue to cook for another 2-4 minutes, flipping once more, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) * and the glaze is sticky and caramelized. Tip: For extra caramelization, cook for 1-2 minutes, watching constantly to prevent burning. 4. Rest and Serve Glazed BBQ Chicken Breasts: Transfer the glazed chicken breasts to a clean cutting board and let them rest for 2-5 minutes (essential for keeping the chicken juicy). Slice the chicken breasts against the grain and serve immediately with rice, potato wedges or baked potato. Transfer the glazed chicken breasts to a clean cutting board and let them rest for 2-5 minutes (essential for keeping the chicken juicy). Slice the chicken breasts against the grain and serve immediately with rice, potato wedges or baked potato. * Check with a food thermometer to make sure that you have reached the minimum recommended safe serving temperature for poultry of 165°F. Kitchen Guide Poultry The USDA minimum safe internal temperature is 165°F. The popular serving temperature is the same as the minimum serving temperature. About the Author: SarahCool Cook # 9 26 Followers Published Recipes: 11Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: California, USAMember since: 2024-09-15 Published Recipes: 11 Av. 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