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Baked BBQ Chicken
5 from 60 votes

Baked BBQ Chicken

Baked BBQ Chicken features marinated chicken thighs infused with smoked paprika, lemon juice, garlic, and brown sugar, baked then broiled to create crispy, caramelized skin. The chicken is basted with a barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar blend and broiled until glossy and blistered. This method yields tender, juicy chicken with a smoky, sweet tang, ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
55 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 229 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 pieces chicken thighs about 3 pounds, skin-on, bone-in; or drumsticks or wings
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

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  1. Combine olive oil, paprika, brown sugar, lemon juice, and garlic in a large ziplock bag. Place chicken pieces in the bag. Massage marinade into chicken, seal, and refrigerate 24 hours.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Mix barbecue sauce and vinegar in a small bowl and set aside. 
  3. Remove chicken from bag and place on a baking sheet (line baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup). Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and an internal thermometer reaches 165 degrees F. Turn broiler on high and continue to roast 3 to 4 minutes until skin blisters. Remove chicken from oven and rest 5 minutes.
  4. Brush a layer of BBQ sauce on the chicken. Return to the oven and broil 3 to 5 minutes. Flip chicken and repeat, broiling until caramelizes. Remove from the oven and serve.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for 24 hours to develop deep flavor and tenderness.
  • Broil after baking to achieve a crispy, caramelized skin with blistered spots.
  • Use foil-lined baking sheets for easy cleanup.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within two days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 229kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 8.6g (3%) Protein 15.6g (31%) Fat 16.7g (26%) Cholesterol 58mg (19%) Sodium 512mg (21%) Potassium 21.9mg (0%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 4.9g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 229

% Daily Value*

Calories 229kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 8.6g 3%
Protein 15.6g 31%
Fat 16.7g 26%
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 512mg 21%
Potassium 21.9mg 0%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 4.9g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.