Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe
Ladies, if you’ve ever wanted smoky, tangy BBQ flavor without a single chicken crying on your conscience, this recipe is your salvation.
This baked BBQ chicken recipe goes full-on vegan, delivering sticky, caramelized goodness that fools taste buds into thinking you slaved over a grill.
Plant-based protein takes center stage, smothered in smoky barbecue sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and slightly sassy—like your brunch group chat.
The aroma alone will make neighbors jealous, and the crispy edges will have you pretending you’re a five-star chef.
Serve it at dinner or casual gatherings and watch everyone fight over the last bite, while you sip wine smugly.
Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe
A vegan baked BBQ chicken using plant-based protein, smothered in smoky, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce, baked to caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 cups seitan or extra-firm tofu pressed and sliced
- ½ cup vegan barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili powder optional, for kick
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, and vinegar.
- Coat seitan or tofu slices evenly in the sauce.
- Arrange pieces in baking dish; pour remaining sauce on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway for caramelized edges.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot with vegan sides.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving, approx.)
- Iron: 23%
- Calcium: 15%
- Vitamin B6: 12%
- Magnesium: 18%
- Potassium: 20%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Brush additional BBQ sauce during baking for sticky caramelization.
- Add smoked paprika or liquid smoke for deeper smoky aroma.
- Pair with roasted corn or vegan coleslaw for a backyard BBQ vibe.
