Whole30 Barbecue Chicken

Indulge in the smoky, tangy flavors of Whole30 Barbecue Chicken, a perfect weeknight dinner that's both healthy and satisfying! This recipe features succulent, oven-baked boneless chicken breasts coated in a bold, spice-packed rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne. The homemade barbecue sauce, made from Whole30-compliant ingredients like coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and unsweetened apple juice, delivers a sweet and savory punch with just the right amount of heat. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it ideal for anyone embracing a Whole30 lifestyle. Serve it alongside roasted veggies or a crisp coleslaw for a nutritious, flavor-forward meal that's sure to become a weekly favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup unsweetened apple juice
• 2 tablespoons whole30 compliant hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 4

Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, unsweetened apple juice, and hot sauce.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, and cook for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly to form a barbecue sauce.

Step 7

Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour half of the barbecue sauce over them, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Serve the chicken with the remaining barbecue sauce drizzled over the top, along with your choice of Whole30-approved sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(956.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1555.5

Total Fat 54.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 3762.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 220.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 138.5mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2720.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.5%

Protein: 58.6%

Carbs: 8.9%