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Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs in the Oven

Caramelized BBQ Chicken Thighs: Easy Oven Recipe You’ll Love

Delicious caramelized BBQ chicken thighs cooked to perfection in the oven.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken thighs in the mixture.
  4. Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with foil.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through and caramelized.
  6. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra caramelization, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes.
  • Adjust BBQ sauce quantity as desired for sweetness.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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