Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven
These Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs are oven-baked to perfection with a sweet and smoky glaze that creates a deliciously sticky and flavorful crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and brush generously with the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting with sauce halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is caramelized.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, add a dash of liquid smoke to the BBQ sauce or serve with grilled corn and coleslaw.