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Oven-Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs: Simple & Delicious!

Oven-Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs are a simple and delicious dish that combines tender chicken thighs with flavorful barbecue sauce, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, remove the chicken from the oven and brush generously with barbecue sauce on both sides.
  7. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the spice mixture.
  • Try using different flavors of barbecue sauce, such as honey mustard or chipotle, to customize the taste.

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