Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs
Juicy and sticky boneless skinless chicken thighs coated in a sweet BBQ glaze, perfect for quick weeknight dinners and easy meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Thighs are juicy and forgiving.
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil High-heat friendly oil.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt To season and enhance flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Freshly cracked is best.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Mild and consistent flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Rounds out the savory profile.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds warmth; sweet paprika is a substitute.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard Lifts the BBQ sauce flavor.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Choose a brand you love.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large sealable container, toss the chicken thighs with avocado oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried mustard. Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
Cooking
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with 1/4 cup BBQ sauce until evenly coated and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip each thigh and brush with the reserved BBQ sauce.
- Bake again for an additional 10 minutes.
- Broil for 5-6 minutes until crispy and fully cooked.
- Let the thighs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat the thighs dry before marinating for better browning. Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure crispiness. Save glaze for the final moments for a glossy finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 720mgSugar: 6g
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