Honey-Glazed Grilled BBQ Chicken
Juicy grilled chicken breasts brushed with a smoky BBQ sauce and finished with a sweet honey glaze for a balanced sweet-savory char. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 25 minutes pairs BBQ sauce, honey, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly over 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
- Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: During the last 5 minutes of grilling, brush each chicken breast generously with 1 cup BBQ sauce, turning once to caramelize the sauce slightly.
- Step 4: In the final minute, drizzle 1/4 cup honey over the chicken and let it glaze over the heat, creating a shiny, sticky finish.
- Step 5: Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Grilled BBQ Chicken take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Grilled BBQ Chicken?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bbq sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Grilled BBQ Chicken?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Grilled BBQ Chicken for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Grilled BBQ Chicken?
American bbq & smoked like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
