Name: BBQ Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 0.5 tsp sea salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 1 cup BBQ sauce

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BBQ Chicken Thighs

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Instructions

First, preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.

Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season on both sides with sea salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.

Brush chicken with ½ cup BBQ sauce on both sides. Place chicken in dish.

Bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove pan from oven. Brush chicken with remaining ½ cup BBQ sauce. Return pan to oven to bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes.

Use meat thermometer to check internal temperature of chicken. Chicken is done when it has reached 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Finally, remove BBQ chicken thighs from oven. Serve!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Brine Your Thighs 🧂
Apply garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper 2-4 hours ahead of cooking to allow the seasonings to penetrate the meat and enhance moisture retention during cooking.
Render the Fat Properly 🔥
Start cooking skin-side down on medium heat for 8-10 minutes before flipping to render the fat and create a crispy, flavorful exterior that won't burn when BBQ sauce is applied.
Apply Sauce Strategically ⏱️
Add BBQ sauce only in the final 5-7 minutes of cooking to prevent burning; brush it on multiple times for layered flavor without charring the sugars.
Use Internal Temperature Guide 🌡️
Pull chicken thighs from heat at 165°F internal temperature (checked at the thickest part without touching bone) to ensure food safety while maintaining juiciness.
Rest and Glaze for Maximum Flavor 🍯
Let cooked thighs rest 5 minutes, then brush with an extra coat of room-temperature BBQ sauce to create a glossy finish and allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat.