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Oven Baked Sticky BBQ Chicken Recipe

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This Oven Baked Sticky BBQ Chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken thighs infused with a smoky, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce. Perfectly baked in the oven to develop a sticky glaze, this hearty dish is easy to prepare and ideal for a comforting family meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 3 pounds chicken thighs (about 6), bone-in, skin-on
  • 3 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 3 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

BBQ Sauce

  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, grated or finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons red onion, grated or finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the chicken evenly and thoroughly.
  2. Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, olive oil, and lemon juice until well blended to create a flavorful rub for the chicken.
  3. Season Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides of each chicken thigh, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Initial Bake: Bake the chicken uncovered for 20 minutes to begin cooking and crisping the skin.
  5. Make BBQ Sauce: While the chicken bakes, mix ketchup, low sodium soy sauce, honey, grated garlic, grated red onion, ground ginger, and hot sauce in a small bowl until fully combined to create a sticky, flavorful sauce.
  6. Apply First Sauce Layer: Remove the baking dish from the oven and spread half of the BBQ sauce over each chicken thigh, ensuring even coverage.
  7. Bake with Sauce: Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes to let the sauce set and penetrate the chicken.
  8. Apply Second Sauce Layer: Spread the remaining sauce over the chicken thighs for an extra sticky glaze.
  9. Final Bake: Bake for another 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) indicating the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
  10. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender chicken. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

  • Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs give the best flavor and moisture for this recipe.
  • Make sure to check the internal temperature to guarantee food safety; it should reach 165°F.
  • Leftover BBQ sauce can be refrigerated and used as a condiment for other dishes.
  • For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the very end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • This dish pairs well with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy steamed rice to balance the bold flavors.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/oven-baked-sticky-bbq-chicken-recipe/