Whole30 BBQ Chicken Thighs
Savor the smoky, tangy, and utterly satisfying flavors of these Whole30 BBQ Chicken Thighs—a healthy spin on a classic favorite that’s perfect for clean eating. Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, then roasted to crispy perfection. The real star of the dish is the homemade Whole30 BBQ sauce, made with wholesome ingredients like coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and date syrup for natural sweetness. Finished in the oven with a luscious caramelized glaze, these chicken thighs deliver bold flavor without any added sugar or preservatives. Ready in under an hour, this paleo and gluten-free recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues alike.
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup tomato paste
- 0.25 cup date syrup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
Step 3
Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then apply the spice mixture evenly over the chicken.
Step 4
Place the seasoned chicken thighs on a baking sheet, skin side up, and bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the skin is crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 5
While the chicken is baking, prepare the Whole30 BBQ sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, date syrup, smoked paprika, dijon mustard, minced garlic, onion powder, and ground mustard.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
Step 7
Once baked, remove the chicken thighs from the oven and brush generously with the BBQ sauce.
Step 8
Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly on the chicken.
Step 9
Serve the BBQ chicken thighs hot, with additional sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1796.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3565.9 |
| Total Fat 238.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 972mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8008.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 92.5g | |
| Protein 223.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 258.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4564.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories