Simple chicken breasts, your favorite BBQ sauce, onions, and pantry seasonings make this super simple baked BBQ chicken recipe an easy weeknight meal for even the busiest of families. It can be served with any side and makes great, versatile leftovers.
Thinly slice the entire onion and place in the bottom of a casserole dish.
Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then lay each chicken breast on top of the onions. Try to lay them flat so that they don't overlap to get the most flavor.
Spread BBQ sauce over the top of the chicken and then top with shredded cheese.
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F.)
Notes
Substitutions:
Chicken Breasts - Use chicken cutlets, strips, or boneless skinless thighs.
Cheddar Cheese - Any shredded cheese you like with barbecue sauce can be used.
How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to a month.How to Reheat: Reheat BBQ baked chicken by microwaving in 30 second bursts or in a skillet on the stovetop set over medium heat. Turn frequently and add more BBQ sauce as needed to keep it moist.How to Scale:This recipe can easily be halved to reduce the number of servings, or doubled. Make sure you use a large enough casserole dish if doubling, or separate it into two baking dishes.