Juicy Crispy Baked BBQ Chicken
Nothing beats homemade baked BBQ chicken thighs when you want a delicious, crowd-pleasing dinner with minimal fuss. This recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken with crispy skin and a sweet, smoky BBQ glaze—all made easily in your oven. Whether you’re meal prepping or cooking for family, these chicken thighs are sure to become a go-to favorite!
Learn how to make juicy, crispy baked BBQ chicken thighs at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or weekend family meals!
- Big payoff, low effort: You get rich, familiar flavors without complicated preparation.
- Weeknight- and guest-worthy: Perfect for family dinners or when entertaining.
- Made with real-life pantry staples: Simple ingredients mean minimal shopping trips.
- Easy to customize: Swap ingredients to match your preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients for Easy Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe – Juicy & Crispy Homemade Dinner
Juicy Crispy Baked BBQ Chicken - Ingredients
How to Make Easy Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe – Juicy & Crispy Homemade Dinner
Juicy Crispy Baked BBQ Chicken - Final Result
Easy Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe – Juicy & Crispy Homemade Dinner
Learn how to make juicy, crispy baked BBQ chicken thighs at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or weekend family meals!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup homemade or your favorite BBQ sauce
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Extra BBQ sauce for serving
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Rub olive oil all over each piece.
- Season: In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle evenly over the chicken, rubbing it into the skin.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking dish or rimmed sheet pan with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Bake: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in the pan and bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Apply BBQ sauce: Remove the pan from oven and brush a generous layer of BBQ sauce on each thigh. Return to oven and bake another 5-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and sauce is bubbly and caramelized.
- Rest & serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and lemon wedges if desired. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition Information
Recipe Notes & Tips
- For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Substitute bone-in chicken thighs with drumsticks or boneless thighs, adjusting cook time accordingly.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.