Powderpuff Barbecued Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Powderpuff Barbecued Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Rub; 2 tablespoons celery salt; 2 tablespoons sweet paprika; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper; Chicken; 6 bone-in chicken breast halves, with skin; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; barbecue sauce, your favorite; Other; 2 cups wood chips, soaked for 1 hour in water to cover, then drained (preferably apple)

Servings: persons

Rub
2 tablespoons celery salt
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
Chicken
6 bone-in chicken breast halves, with skin
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
barbecue sauce, your favorite
Other
2 cups wood chips, soaked for 1 hour in water to cover, then drained (preferably apple)

1
Make the rub: combine celery salt, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper in a small bowl; stir to mix (using you fingers works well).
2
Trim any sinews or excess fat off the chicken breasts and discard.
3
Rinse breasts under cold running water, then drain and blot dry with paper towels.
4
Place them in a baking dish; sprinkle with rub all over the chicken breasts on both sides, patting it onto the meat with your fingertips; let the breasts cure in the refrigerator, covered, for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
5
Set up grill for direct grilling using a two-zone fire and preheat one zone to medium and the other to low (two-zone=preheat half or two out of three burners to medium and the rest on low).
6
For gas grill-place all the wood chips in the smoker box and run the grill on high until you see smoke, then reduce heat to medium.
7
When ready to cook, brush and oil the grill grate; place the chicken breasts, skin side down, over the medium zone of the grill; grill until golden brown and cooked through, 6-8 minutes per side or until done.
8
Lightly baste the chicken breasts with the melted butter as they cook, but don't start until each breast has cooked for 3 minutes on each side.
9
Move the chicken over to the low zone of the grill if the dripping fat causes flare-ups.
10
Transfer the grilled chicken breasts to a platter and drizzle any remaining melted butter over them.
11
Serve with barbecue sauce on the side.

483

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Rub, 2 tablespoons celery salt, 2 tablespoons sweet paprika, 2 tablespoons garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Powderpuff Barbecued Chicken Breasts falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Powderpuff Barbecued Chicken Breasts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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