Description
Delicious and satisfying, Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven bring the flavors of summer barbecues right to your kitchen without needing a grill. This easy recipe features boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a blend of simple spices and your favorite BBQ sauce, resulting in a sticky, caramelized finish that’s sure to impress. Ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or any gathering, these thighs are gluten-free and dairy-free, with options for Whole30 and paleo diets.
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 in avocado oil and spices. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with BBQ sauce and bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip the chicken, add more BBQ sauce, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Broil for 5-6 minutes until crispy, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 130mg