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Applesauce Barbecue Chicken Recipe

Quick & Easy Applesauce Barbecue Chicken Recipe! This indoor barbecue recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken with a sweet and subtly tart applesauce glaze in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 288.1 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Applesauce Barbecue Chicken

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chunky applesauce
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • brown sugar, not used in this recipe
  • chili powder, not used in this recipe
  • salt, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

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How to Make Applesauce Barbecue Chicken

  1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup applesauce, 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika.
  4. Pour the applesauce barbecue sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  6. Serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

5g

Carbs

10g

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