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Sweet Heat BBQ Chicken made with your favorite BBQ sauce, Italian dressing, honey and red pepper flakes then grilled to perfection is a dish you'll make over and over again!
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Sweet Heat BBQ Chicken

Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Donya Mullins

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup BBQ sauce - your favorite brand
  • 1 cup Italian salad dressing
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • In a medium size bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, salad dressing, honey, red pepper and salt. Place chicken in a ziptop bag and pour in marinade. Place in refrigerator for two hours or overnight to marinate.
  • Prepare grill by oiling grates to prevent sticking. Remove chicken from bag and place on grill. Discard marinade bag. Grill chicken turning until cooked on both sides for 15 - 18 minutes. Instant read thermometer should read 165 to 180 when done. 
  • Remove chicken from grill and rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and drizzle on fresh lemon juice if desired.