BBQ Chicken

Recently we went to a William Sonoma free cooking demonstration (if you have not been to one, they are great and I highly recommend them: http://www.williams-sonoma.com/cust/storeevents/index.cfm). It was all about Grilling and BBQ. We were able to sample a variety of their BBQ sauces and rubs. One taste of the Smokehouse Rub and we knew we had to buy it! I use it in this recipe because it helps create those smokey flavors of a good BBQ. Another great aspect of bbq is that char grilled taste and crispy texture. Since we do not have a grill I adjust the heat of the pan to re-create these flavors and textures. Also, when I was marinating the chicken, I didn’t use measuring utensils. Therefore, I listed an approximate amount for ya’ll. If I haven’t explained my cooking methods well, please do not hesitate to ask me questions. This is truly an easy and great recipe!

Ingredients:
4 Chicken Breasts
½ cup Jack Daniels BBQ Original no. 7 sauce

For Marinade:
4 tablespoons William Sonoma Smokehouse Rub
[http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/sku9593302/index.cfm?pkey=cfodpnthrb]
1 cup Jack Daniels BBQ Original no.7 sauce
2 plastic bags

Preparation:
1. Marinate the chicken for an hour prior to cooking. I like marinating my chicken in plastic bags so that I can easily dispose of the bags when I am done. However, you can also use Tupperware, bowls, baking pan, or anything else that can be easily covered and stored in the refrigerator. If you are using plastic bags, place 2 chicken breasts in each bag. Then divide the rub and bbq sauce evenly amongst the bags to coat the chicken. If you feel like you need more rub or bbq sauce by all means add it! You just want to make sure all the chicken breasts are coated with the 2 ingredients. Zip up the plastic baggies and place them in the refrigerator.

2. Spray a pan with nonstick spray. Heat it over high heat. Sear the chicken on high heat for a couple minutes on each side. Immediately lower the heat to a medium setting and cover the pan with a lid to finish cooking the chicken. Once the chicken is completely done, remove from the pan and brush the chicken with more of the Jack Daniels BBQ sauce. Enjoy!