Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs, a simple oven-baked recipe that brings the essence of barbecue right to your kitchen—no grill required! These juicy, tender chicken thighs are marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and coated with a sticky, caramelized BBQ glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this dish meets various dietary needs as it can easily be made gluten-free and dairy-free. Enjoy the ease of preparation with minimal clean-up while delivering maximum taste that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of avocado oil and spices for at least one hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with BBQ sauce, place on the baking sheet, and bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip the thighs, brush with more BBQ sauce, and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Broil for an additional 5-6 minutes until crispy.
- Serve hot with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg