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Close-up of four juicy, oven-baked BBQ chicken thighs glistening with sauce on a white plate.

Easy BBQ Chicken Thighs Baked in Oven


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 35 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple and delicious BBQ chicken thighs baked to perfection in your oven.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the sauce mixture.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken thighs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is caramelized.
  6. If desired, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  7. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For crispier edges, you can place the chicken thighs directly on the oven rack with a baking sheet underneath to catch drips.
  • Adjust the amount of brown sugar to control the sweetness.
  • Serve with your favorite sides like coleslaw or potato salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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