Easy Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe
Juicy, crispy-skinned chicken thighs baked and basted with a sweet-smoky BBQ glaze. Simple prep, pantry spices, and a quick broil for that irresistible caramelized finish.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Use your favorite brand
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top for best crisping.
- Pat chicken thighs very dry with paper towels and trim any excess skin or fat.
- In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Toss thighs with olive oil, then season evenly on all sides with the spice mix.
- Arrange thighs skin-side up on the rack. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire, and red pepper flakes.
- Brush thighs generously with the BBQ glaze and bake 10 minutes more.
- Brush once more, then broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce is caramelized and chicken reaches 175°F internally.
- Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
For boneless, skinless thighs reduce cook time to about 20 to 25 minutes. Use a wire rack to keep skin crisp and avoid sogginess. Adjust honey and vinegar to taste for sweeter or tangier glaze.