Hickory-Smoked Barbecued Chicken

Recipe By: Brenda J. Ponichtera, R.D.

Make this for: Dinner

Category: Poultry

This Recipe Makes: 4 Serving(s)

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About:

This is best barbecued but can be broiled or baked. The hickory liquid smoke gives this dish an excellent flavor.

What you'll need:

• 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts or 2 pounds chicken parts
• 1/4 cup fat-free chicken broth, or white wine Sodium is figured for reduced sodium.
• 2 tbsp. lite soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. water
• 1 tsp. hickory liquid smoke Hickory liquid smoke can be found in the grocery store next to the barbecue sauce.
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger

Instructions:

• Skin chicken if parts are used. Mix the remaining ingredients. Add chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for 1-3 hours. Drain and discard marinade. Use one of the methods below for cooking.
• Barbecue: when barbecue is hot, place chicken on grill. Cook about 4 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink.
• Broil: Preheat oven to broil. Place chicken on broiler pan that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Cook about 4 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink.
• Conventional Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place chicken in a 9-inch by 13-inch baking pan that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.