Ingredients 

• 4 large chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided (plus extra for greasing the dish)
• 1 ½ tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

1. Heat the oven
   Set your oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a casserole dish with oil, using about 1 tablespoon.
2. Season the chicken
   Place the chicken breasts in a large zip-top bag. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and white pepper. Seal the bag and shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
3. Prepare for baking
   Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in the greased baking dish. Brush the tops with half of the BBQ sauce.
4. Bake and flip
   Transfer the dish to the oven and bake. After 20 minutes, turn the chicken over and brush with more BBQ sauce.
5. Finish cooking
   Continue baking until the chicken is fully cooked, about 40–50 minutes total, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6. Serve
   Remove from the oven, slice if desired, and serve warm with the remaining BBQ sauce on the side.

• Chicken size: Choose breasts that are similar in size to promote even cooking.
• Oil swaps: Avocado oil can be replaced with canola, olive, or grapeseed oil.
• Paprika: Smoked paprika provides deeper flavor, but regular paprika works if needed.
• Pepper option: Ground black pepper can stand in for white pepper.
• BBQ sauce: A low-sugar or sugar-free sauce is a good option for lighter meals.
• Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
• Oven variation: Cooking times may vary depending on your oven.