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Oven Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs

Oven Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs for a Flavor Explosion

This Oven Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken slathered in a sticky barbecue glaze, perfect for effortless family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust for spice tolerance
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cup Barbecue Sauce homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, then add paprika, chili powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Rub spices into chicken.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken from oven, brush with barbecue sauce. Return to oven for 5 minutes.
  5. Let chicken rest briefly, garnish with parsley or cilantro, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pat chicken dry before seasoning and use a meat thermometer to check doneness.

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