Description

Experience the joy of barbecue chicken without a grill with these Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs made right in your oven. This recipe transforms boneless skinless chicken thighs into an irresistible dish, featuring a sticky, caramelized glaze that perfectly complements the natural juiciness of the meat. With minimal prep time and easy-to-find ingredients, this flavorful meal is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Whether served as a main course or featured in salads and wraps, these chicken thighs are sure to impress everyone at the table.

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

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken by combining thighs with avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried mustard in a large sealing container. Refrigerate for at least one hour or up to overnight.
Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss the marinated chicken with 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce and spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes, flip the thighs, brush with reserved BBQ sauce, and bake for another 10 minutes.
Broil for an additional 5-6 minutes until crispy and fully cooked.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 thigh (approx. 150g)
Calories: 305
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 756mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 110mg