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Oven Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Hannah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings (8 chicken thighs) 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Oven Baked Barbecue Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and juicy way to enjoy boneless skinless chicken thighs. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of smoky, sweet, and spicy spices, baked to perfection, and finished with a sticky barbecue sauce glaze. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or casual gatherings, this dish is tender, savory, and packed with bold flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (roughly 1 1/2 pounds)

Seasoning Mix

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Other Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it fully heat while you prepare the chicken.
  2. Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
  3. Dry and oil the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to help the seasoning stick better. Place them in a mixing bowl and toss with 3 tablespoons of oil until evenly coated.
  4. Apply the spice rub: In a separate bowl, mix together all the spices and brown sugar to create the seasoning blend. Rub the spice mix thoroughly into each chicken thigh so they are well covered.
  5. Arrange on baking sheet: Lay the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet ensuring they aren’t overlapping.
  6. Bake the chicken: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 160°F (71°C).
  7. Brush with barbecue sauce: Remove the chicken from the oven and brush each piece generously with barbecue sauce.
  8. Finish baking: Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is slightly caramelized.
  9. Serve hot: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your flavorful oven baked barbecue chicken while hot.

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry before seasoning helps the spice rub stick better and promotes a nice crust.
  • Using a meat thermometer ensures the chicken is cooked safely without overcooking and drying it out.
  • You can use any type of barbecue sauce you like, from smoky to sweet, based on your taste preference.
  • Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
  • For crispier skin, broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes after the final bake, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approx. 3 ounces)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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