So Easy Bbq Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with "So Easy BBQ Chicken," a foolproof recipe that's bursting with smoky, savory flavors. Featuring tender, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, this quick and easy dish is seasoned with a simple yet flavorful rub of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. It’s then slathered in warm barbecue sauce, caramelizing into a sticky-sweet glaze. Choose between baking in the oven or grilling for that perfect char, making it ideal for year-round cooking. With just 10 minutes of prep and minimal ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy families or effortless entertaining. Serve it up with your favorite sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or roasted veggies for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Perfect for searches like "easy barbecue chicken recipes," this dish will quickly become your go-to for flavorful, crowd-pleasing results.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or prepare a grill for medium-high heat if grilling.
Step 2
Place the chicken thighs on a clean surface and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning rub.
Step 4
Brush or rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are coated evenly.
Step 5
If using an oven, place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Bake for 30 minutes.
Step 6
While the chicken is baking, warm the barbecue sauce in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave for a few seconds until it is slightly warm (this makes it easier to spread).
Step 7
After 30 minutes of cooking, remove the chicken from the oven. Brush barbecue sauce generously over each piece of chicken.
Step 8
Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (73°C) and the barbecue sauce is caramelized.
Step 9
If grilling, place the seasoned chicken on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping occasionally. Brush with barbecue sauce during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Step 10
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve with your favorite sides!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (912.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1993.4 |
| Total Fat 123.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 486mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5658.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 90.6g | |
| Protein 111.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 171.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1827.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories