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Oven-Roasted BBQ Chicken: A Juicy Flavor Explosion!

Oven-Roasted BBQ Chicken is a juicy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a delicious barbecue sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds chicken pieces legs, thighs, or breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss until they are well coated in the spice mixture.
  3. Arrange the chicken pieces skin-side up on the wire rack. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush a generous amount of barbecue sauce over each piece. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crispy.
  5. For extra caramelization, broil the chicken on high for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a tangy twist, mix a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar into the barbecue sauce before applying it to the chicken.
  • You can also substitute the barbecue sauce with a homemade version using ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and spices for a personalized flavor.

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