Description
Creamy ranch meets smoky barbecue in this hearty Tuscan Ranch BBQ Chicken recipe that blends Italian and American flavors. Southern cooks and grill enthusiasts quickly fall in love with this savory dish you can easily prepare at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 0.75 cup (177 ml) Italian dressing
- 0.75 cup (177 ml) ranch dressing, bottled
- 0.75 cup (177 ml) BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Marinade Fusion: Whisk Italian dressing, ranch dressing, and BBQ sauce in a medium bowl until smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Marination Preparation: Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag, arranging them in a single layer, then pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring complete coverage.
- Flavor Infusion: Seal the bag, eliminate excess air, and gently massage to distribute marinade, then refrigerate for 4-12 hours, rotating periodically to enhance flavor penetration.
- Thermal Preparation: Remove chicken from refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling, allowing it to approach room temperature for uniform cooking.
- Grill Setup: Preheat outdoor grill to 375-400 degrees Fahrenheit, establishing medium-high heat zones and discarding used marinade to prevent bacterial contamination.
- Grilling Process: Place chicken breasts on preheated grates, cooking 7-9 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Resting Phase: Let grilled chicken rest for 5 minutes to preserve juiciness and allow internal moisture redistribution before serving.
Notes
- Marinate Strategically: Let chicken soak in flavor for 4-12 hours, rotating bag every 2 hours to ensure even coating and maximum taste absorption.
- Temperature Matters: Remove chicken from refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent uneven heat distribution.
- Safety First: Always discard used marinade to avoid bacterial contamination and potential foodborne illnesses.
- Rest and Relax: Allow grilled chicken to rest 5 minutes after cooking, helping juices redistribute and ensuring a tender, moist final result.
- Prep Time: 18 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg