Paleo Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce
Fire up the grill and savor the smoky, tangy flavors of this Paleo Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce—an irresistible twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts are rubbed with a blend of olive oil, smoked paprika, and garlic, then grilled to tender perfection. The star of the show is the homemade paleo barbecue sauce, a harmonious mix of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and tomato paste, with a touch of cumin and mustard for depth. This healthy BBQ recipe is free of processed sugars and dairy, making it ideal for those following a paleo lifestyle. Ready in just 35 minutes, this protein-packed dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard cookouts. Pair it with grilled veggies or a fresh side salad for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 cup tomato paste
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato paste, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and ground mustard. Stir well to mix all ingredients together.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat, bring to a simmer, and let it cook for 5-7 minutes until thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
Step 5
Rub the chicken breasts generously with the olive oil mixture on all sides.
Step 6
Place the chicken on the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
Step 7
In the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the chicken with the prepared barbecue sauce on each side.
Step 8
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Serve each chicken breast with extra barbecue sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (941.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1680.6 |
| Total Fat 54.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3989.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.7g | |
| Protein 220.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 143.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2631.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories