Description
Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of summer barbecues right to your kitchen. With tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs coated in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The oven-baking method ensures that the chicken caramelizes beautifully while remaining moist and flavorful. Pair it with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the convenience of making mouthwatering barbecue chicken without needing a grill!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for serving)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a large sealable container with avocado oil and seasonings for at least one hour, or overnight if possible.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip thighs, brush with reserved BBQ sauce, then bake for another 10 minutes.
- Increase oven heat to broil; flip chicken again and glaze with BBQ sauce. Broil for 5-6 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (about 150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg