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BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven

BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven: Juicy Flavor Made Easy

Enjoy the juicy, flavorful BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven for an effortless dinner any night of the week.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds moisture and helps spices cling
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best taste
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Use your favorite brand

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven
  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Prepare the Chicken: Arrange the marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet, spaced apart. Brush BBQ sauce on both sides.
  4. Bake: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, brushing with more BBQ sauce halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (73.9°C).
  5. Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, consider marinating overnight.

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