BBQ Chicken With Corn (Print)
Smoky barbecue-glazed chicken paired with charred, buttered corn — a quick, crowd-pleasing summer grill dish.
# Ingredient list:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 cup gluten-free barbecue sauce
→ Corn
09 - 4 ears corn on the cob, husked
10 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
14 - Lime wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry. In a bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture thoroughly over both sides of the chicken.
03 - Brush each ear of corn with melted butter. Season evenly with salt and black pepper as desired.
04 - Place chicken on the grill. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, basting with barbecue sauce during the last 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Grill until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - While chicken is cooking, grill the corn, turning occasionally, until browned and tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
06 - Remove chicken and corn from the grill. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
07 - Serve grilled chicken breasts alongside corn on the cob. Garnish with chopped parsley and lime wedges if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The smoky paprika kick in the rub transforms basic chicken into true summer magic.
- The simplicity means more time at the table (and less in the kitchen) when friends drop by unannounced.
02 -
- If you rush the chicken off the grill, the juices run out and it turns tough—be patient with the resting step.
- Mixing melted butter with a dash of smoked paprika for the corn brings an unexpected extra kiss of smoky flavor.
03 -
- If you find the chicken sticking, leave it—once it sears, it will release easily.
- Basting with barbecue sauce only towards the end keeps sugars from burning and gives you that shiny, craveable finish.