Oven Baked BBQ Chicken
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken full of smoky flavor. Quick to prep, easy to bake, you can have this mouthwatering chicken on the table in under an hour!
A Trusty Oven Baked Chicken Dinner
This recipe was inspired by my dear friend Jaime, who without fail, makes the most delicious bbq baked chicken ever. After years of trying to replicate her magic, I finally crafted a version that hits all the right notes—melt-in-your-mouth chicken, crispy edges, and bold BBQ flavor.
Basic Ingredients
- Chicken– Use boneless chicken breast or thighs. Thigh meat has a lot more flavor and won’t dry out as easily.
- Seasonings– Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Olive oil
- BBQ sauce– We use our favorite store-brand to make this recipe super easy and effortless.
Baked BBQ Chicken—Easy To Make Step-By-Step
- Season chicken– Place the chicken in a baking dish and season on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Measure with your heart, then drizzle the top with olive oil.
- Bake– Bake the chicken uncovered for 25-minutes at 425℉. No need to flip.
- Add BBQ sauce– Brush a good amount of BBQ sauce on both sides and place the chicken back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes.
- Broil– This is optional but adds a wonderful caramelized flavor. Broil for 2-3 minutes.
Pro Tips For The Perfect Baked Chicken
- Marinate Ahead: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce for a few hours or overnight.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: Ensure perfectly cooked chicken by checking that it hits 165°F internally.
Ways To Serve Oven BBQ Chicken
As we know it, chicken pairs well with so many sides. Here are a few that truly make this chicken dinner an incredible meal: Mom’s Famous Potato Salad, Ultimate Baked Beans, Zucchini Cheddar Cornbread, Southwestern Corn Bread Layered Salad, Cucumber Potato Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing.
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken
Equipment
- 1 9×13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, fat trimmed
- garlic powder to taste
- onion powder to taste
- paprika to taste
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup prepared BBQ sause homemade or store bought
Instructions
Heat oven to 425℉.
- Place 8 chicken thighs in an even layer in your baking dish. Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper, then drizzle the top with 1 tbsp olive oil. Measure with your heart. You want the chicken well seasoned.
- Bake chicken in the oven for 25-minutes, uncovered. Remove from the oven and use a pastry brush to glaze the chicken on both sides with BBQ sauce. I end up using about 1 cup.
- Place the chicken back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165°.
- Option to broil to create some caramelization on top. Place under the broiler a few inches from the heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve with more BBQ sauce on the side if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
More BBQ Flavor
Try using leftovers to make BBQ Chicken Tostadas, or whip up Easy BBQ Chicken Pizzas for a family-friendly dinner that’s ready in minutes.
For a hand-off option Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken delivers tender, saucy goodness with minimal effort. And if you’re craving something a little tropical Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packs are a must especially during the summertime.
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I fixed the Oven baked bbq chicken for dinner tonight and it was so tender and delicious! Thanks Ang! I will cook more than one piece for each of us next time. Finger licking good and I usually don’t do dark meat very often. ❤️
I’m so glad to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!