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Stephanie

Oven-Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs You Can't Resist!

Delicious and easy-to-make oven-baked barbecue chicken thighs that are juicy and flavorful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush generously with barbecue sauce.
  7. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the sauce is caramelized.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture and barbecue sauce for a few hours or overnight before baking.
  • Try using different barbecue sauces, such as honey mustard or spicy chipotle, to customize the flavor to your liking.

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