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Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 chicken thighs 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Baked BBQ Chicken recipe features juicy, bone-in skin-on chicken thighs marinated and baked in a rich BBQ sauce, then finished under the broiler for a caramelized, flavorful crust. Perfectly balanced with smoky sweetness, it’s a simple yet delicious meal ideal for any weeknight or gathering.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 8 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs

BBQ Sauce

  • 3/4 cup BBQ sauce, divided (1/2 cup for marinating, 1/4 cup for basting and broiling)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and pour ½ cup of the BBQ sauce over them. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated. Set aside while preheating the oven, or for deeper flavor, refrigerate and marinate for up to 4 hours.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to make cleanup easier.
  3. Arrange and Bake Chicken: Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on the lined baking sheet. Reserve any remaining BBQ sauce in the bowl. Bake for 25 minutes to begin rendering the fat and cooking the meat through.
  4. Flip and Baste: Carefully flip the chicken thighs so they are skin-side up. Baste the top of each thigh with the BBQ sauce reserved from the bowl. Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize around the chicken.
  5. Broil for Finish: Set your oven to broil. Baste the chicken again with the remaining ¼ cup of BBQ sauce, then broil for 3 to 5 minutes until the BBQ sauce darkens and caramelizes beautifully. Watch closely to avoid burning, removing the chicken if it becomes too dark.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken for a few hours enhances the flavor but is optional if you’re short on time.
  • Using bone-in skin-on thighs keeps the chicken juicy and flavorful during baking.
  • Keep a close eye during broiling to prevent the BBQ sauce from burning due to the high heat.
  • Feel free to use your favorite BBQ sauce, whether sweet, spicy, or smoky.
  • Serve with classic sides like coleslaw, corn on the cob, or baked potatoes for a complete meal.

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