Oven BBQ Chicken Thighs
Oven BBQ Chicken Thighs are a delightful fusion of crispy, caramelized skin and juicy, tender meat. This simple recipe marries smoky sweetness with savory flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this mouthwatering dish that will keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, and cider vinegar to create the marinade.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and drizzle half of the marinade over them, ensuring even coating; set aside the remaining marinade for basting.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, basting with reserved marinade halfway through until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving with remaining marinade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For extra crispiness, consider searing the chicken skin-side down in a hot skillet prior to baking. - Customize flavors by using different BBQ sauces or adding spices like smoked paprika.