Description
Deliciously seasoned barbecue chicken thighs that are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° F and line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil.
- Make sure each chicken thigh is patted dry with a paper towel. Place them on a cutting board or plate so you can season them.
- In a small mixing bowl, add all of the dried seasonings and mix until combined. Rub the seasoning mixture under the skin and over the entire outside of each chicken thigh.
- Place the chicken thighs on the prepared sheet pan. Bake for 40 minutes.
- Brush the chicken with the barbecue sauce and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Turn the broiler on and broil the chicken just until the sauce starts to brown and bubbly.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe works well with any type of barbecue sauce you prefer.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs with the seasoning for a few hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh