Description
This Homemade BBQ Chicken with Pan Sauce Recipe features juicy chicken breasts cooked to perfection and smothered in a flavorful BBQ sauce. The pan sauce adds an extra layer of richness to this classic dish.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Poultry rub or salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½ inch thickness.
- Season both sides of the chicken with rub or salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken in a skillet with butter and oil.
- Make pan sauce with barbecue sauce, chicken broth, vinegar, and sugar.
- Simmer sauce, return chicken to skillet, coat with sauce, and serve.
Notes
- Adjust sauce spiciness with cayenne or hot sauce.
- Use homemade BBQ sauce for a personalized touch.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for safety.
- Chicken thighs can be a tasty alternative with adjusted cooking time.
- Pair with sides like coleslaw, corn, or potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg