Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven! This easy recipe turns boneless, skinless chicken thighs into a sticky, mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for family dinners or summer cookouts. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, you’ll have juicy chicken coated in your favorite barbecue sauce, all without needing a grill. Plus, it’s gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delectable oven-baked delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 with avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried mustard in a large sealable container. Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with 1/4 cup BBQ sauce and arrange on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip the thighs, brush with reserved BBQ sauce, and bake an additional 10 minutes.
- Broil on high for 5-6 minutes until crispy and well-caramelized.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (113g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg