Description
This Oven Baked BBQ Chicken is a delicious and easy recipe, featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a smoky-sweet barbecue sauce. Baked to perfection in the oven, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. The chicken turns out juicy, with a caramelized BBQ glaze that everyone will love. Enjoy this flavorful dish with classic sides like coleslaw or baked beans.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, brush BBQ sauce generously over each piece of chicken, then return to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the BBQ sauce is caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes. You can use your favorite store-bought BBQ sauce or make your own for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg