Finger Lickin Oven Barbecue Chicken

Get ready to wow your taste buds with this Finger Lickin Oven Barbecue Chicken recipe, a surefire crowd-pleaser that's juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly saucy! Made with tender, bone-in chicken thighs coated in a smoky, homemade barbecue sauce featuring a harmonious blend of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, and smoked paprika, this dish brings all the bold flavors of outdoor grilling straight to your oven. A simple spice rub enhances the natural richness of the chicken, while a caramelized finish under the broiler adds that signature sticky-sweet barbecue glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and delivers perfectly cooked, fall-off-the-bone goodness in under an hour. Pair it with creamy coleslaw, cornbread, or grilled veggies for the ultimate barbecue feast, no grill required!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Ground mustard
• 1 tbsp Honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a spice rub.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and rub them all over with olive oil.

Step 4

Sprinkle the spice rub evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated on both sides.

Step 5

Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.

Step 6

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 7

While the chicken is baking, prepare the homemade barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, ground mustard, and honey.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 9

After 25 minutes of baking, remove the chicken from the oven. Brush a generous layer of barbecue sauce over each piece, making sure to coat the tops and sides.

Step 10

Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is bubbly and caramelized.

Step 11

Switch the oven to broil for 2-3 minutes to lightly char the barbecue sauce, if desired.

Step 12

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1289.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2764.9

Total Fat 184.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 734.8mg	0%
Sodium 4318.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 87.9g
Protein 165.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.4mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2403.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 16.1%