Description
Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs are a delightful twist on traditional barbecue, made effortlessly in your oven. This recipe delivers sticky, crispy chicken thighs that are bursting with flavor, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. The simple blend of seasoning and your choice of BBQ sauce creates an irresistible dish that is gluten-free and adaptable to various dietary lifestyles, including Whole30 and paleo. With minimal prep time and just 30 minutes of cooking, you can enjoy this mouthwatering meal in no time. Pair these juicy thighs with fresh salads, rice, or even tacos for a versatile dining experience the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 avocado oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried mustard for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss marinated chicken with BBQ sauce; arrange on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip, brush with reserved sauce, and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Broil for 5-6 minutes until crispy.
- Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg