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Kansas City BBQ Chicken Grilled Recipe

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This Grilled Kansas City BBQ Chicken recipe features juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated in a sweet and smoky dry rub, then grilled to perfection and finished with a tangy BBQ sauce glaze. Perfect for summer cookouts or a flavorful weeknight dinner, this dish offers the classic bold flavors of Kansas City barbecue with a simple method that ensures tender, delicious chicken every time.

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

  • 4 to 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 Tbsp packed brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper

Finishing Sauce

  • ⅓ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the spice rub: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed to create a flavorful dry rub.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large ziplock bag, add the spice rub mixture, seal the bag tightly, and shake well to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate the chicken for at least 2 hours and up to overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  3. Grill the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the bag and preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF, turning as needed to cook evenly on both sides.
  4. Apply BBQ sauce: While grilling, brush the chicken breasts with BBQ sauce on each side before removing from the grill to add a tangy, sticky glaze.
  5. Rest and serve: Once cooked through, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to retain juiciness and allow the flavors to meld perfectly.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken overnight will deepen the flavor and tenderness.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked safely without drying out.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan on the stovetop as an alternative.
  • Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the spice level according to your preference.
  • Letting the chicken rest after grilling helps the juices redistribute for a moister bite.

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