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Smothered BBQ Chicken Breasts
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Smothered BBQ Chicken Breasts

Searching for a flavorful way to jazz up grilled chicken breasts? I’ve got you covered with these Smothered BBQ Chicken Breasts! They’re full of flavor and a breeze to whip up.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Cassy

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 pounds yellow onion peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a heavy bottomed pot and add the chopped onions and sea salt. Stir to combine, place a lid on top, turn the heat to medium/low, and let cook until caramelized for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl and cover in the BBQ sauce. Toss to combine and set aside to marinate while the onions cook.
  • Grill Option: When the onions are caramelized, turn the grill on. Grill the chicken until cooked-through and then let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Oven Option: When the onions are caramelized, turn the oven to 400 F. Place the chicken breast on a parchment paper-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 400 F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • To plate, spoon an equal amount of caramelized onions on top of each chicken breast and garnish with the fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 910mg | Potassium: 1046mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 324IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg