BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe
Servings 8
Calories 410kcal
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 pounds chicken thighs (8 thighs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce divided
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with foil.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and trim excess skin if needed.
- In a small bowl, mix together the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
- Pour 1/2 cup barbecue sauce over the chicken and toss again until coated.
- Arrange the chicken thighs skin side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Flip the chicken thighs over and brush with the remaining barbecue sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake another 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Turn the oven to broil and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes to caramelize the barbecue sauce around the edges.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Calories and nutritional data are automatically generated. For best results calculate based on your exact ingredients.
Recipe Notes:
- For crispier skin, bake the chicken on a wire rack placed over the baking sheet.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken thighs.
- Watch carefully during broiling to prevent the sauce from burning.
Nutrition
Serving: 1thigh | Calories: 410kcal