Description
Juneteenth grilled BBQ chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a smoky-sweet barbecue sauce, infused with garlic and spices. This celebratory recipe not only delivers unforgettable flavor but also carries the warmth of shared memories and cultural heritage. Perfect for summer cookouts or family gatherings, this versatile dish can be grilled, baked, or pan-seared to suit your cooking style.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry.
- In a large bowl, mix garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add chicken and coat thoroughly.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Brush with additional barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg