Name: Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 lbs); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons brown sugar for sauce; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon liquid smoke; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

A simple and flavorful dish of juicy chicken thighs coated in a smoky, tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 lbs)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar for sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prep the chicken thighs by rinsing and drying them with a paper towel.
Make the spice rub by mixing olive oil, salt, black pepper, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
Coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture, ensuring to get underneath the skin.
Prepare the BBQ sauce by mixing ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, liquid smoke, and remaining garlic and onion powders in another bowl.
Bake the chicken thighs on a lined tray with half the BBQ sauce poured over them for about 35-40 minutes.
Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness.
Rest the chicken thighs for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can marinate the chicken thighs overnight for deeper flavors. Substitute ingredients as desired for variety.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 thigh with sauce
Calories: 350
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: BBQ chicken thighs, oven baked chicken, family dinner, easy recipe, comfort food