Description
Experience the mouthwatering delight of Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs made effortlessly in your oven. This recipe transforms tender, boneless skinless chicken thighs into a sticky, crispy treat, coated in a savory seasoning blend and your favorite barbecue sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these chicken thighs cater to various dietary needs as they are gluten-free, dairy-free, and suitable for Whole30 or paleo diets. With minimal prep time and quick cooking, you can serve up a delicious meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 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 chicken thighs in a sealable container with avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried mustard for at least an hour.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with 1/4 cup BBQ sauce and place evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip the thighs, brush with reserved BBQ sauce, and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Broil for an additional 5-6 minutes until edges are crispy and fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (100g)
- Calories: 263
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 617mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 118mg