Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven
Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven deliver mouthwatering flavors without the need for a grill. These tender and juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a zesty blend of spices and coated with a rich BBQ sauce, resulting in a deliciously sticky glaze that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 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
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs by mixing them with avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried mustard in a sealable container. Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Coat the marinated chicken with BBQ sauce and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then flip the thighs over and brush with reserved BBQ sauce before baking for another 10 minutes.
- Broil for an additional 5-6 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg