Grilled Texas-Style BBQ Chicken with Smoky Molasses Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts brushed with a smoky molasses glaze infused with Texas-style spices, perfect for an outdoor gathering. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup molasses
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Rub this spice mixture evenly over 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each).
Step 2: In a separate saucepan over medium heat, whisk together 1/4 cup molasses, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder. Simmer for 5 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
Step 3: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, basting generously with the molasses glaze during the last 4 minutes. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the glaze caramelizes slightly.
Step 4: Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and flavors to set.