Description
Succulent BBQ chicken emerges from your oven, promising a flavor-packed culinary journey through smoky, caramelized goodness. Mouthwatering spices and tender meat create a delightful dinner that will have friends and family craving seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2–3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and set the temperature to 400°F (200°C) for optimal cooking environment.
- Thoroughly dry the chicken pieces using paper towels to ensure crisp skin and better seasoning adherence.
- Create a flavorful spice blend by massaging olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper directly onto the chicken surface.
- Arrange chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet to facilitate easy cleanup and promote even heat distribution.
- Roast the chicken for 35-45 minutes, monitoring the internal temperature until it precisely reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Generously coat the chicken with BBQ sauce, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor intensity.
- Return the sauced chicken to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and create a glossy, sticky exterior.
- Remove from oven and let rest briefly to allow juices to redistribute.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken for a vibrant garnish and added aromatic freshness.
- Serve immediately while the chicken remains hot and the sauce is still glistening.
Notes
- Dry chicken thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispy, golden-brown skin that locks in maximum flavor and prevents soggy results.
- Adjust cooking time for different chicken cuts, with breasts requiring less time and thighs needing slightly longer to reach perfect doneness.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee food safety and prevent overcooking, which can make chicken tough and dry.
- Try homemade or various store-bought BBQ sauce varieties to customize the flavor profile and keep the dish exciting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg