Description
Sizzling barbecue chicken thighs bring smoky Southern comfort to dinner tables with irresistible caramelized onions. Juicy meat and tangy sauce promise a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 8 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Sauce and Other Ingredients:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 large onion, peeled and sliced into rings
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400F (200C), creating an ideal roasting environment for succulent chicken thighs.
- Massage chicken thighs with olive oil, coating evenly with a robust blend of salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Spread sliced onion rings across the bottom of a large baking dish, creating a flavorful foundation for the chicken.
- Nestle seasoned chicken thighs directly on top of the onion layer, ensuring even positioning.
- Combine barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar in a small mixing bowl, whisking until thoroughly blended.
- Drizzle the tangy sauce mixture completely over the chicken, ensuring full coverage of each thigh.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven, roasting for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (75C).
- Check for crispy, golden-brown skin as an additional indicator of doneness.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the top for a vibrant finish.
- Plate alongside preferred accompaniments and serve immediately for maximum flavor and temperature.
Notes
- Select bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum flavor and juiciness, ensuring crispy exterior and tender meat.
- Use homemade or high-quality barbecue sauce to elevate the dish’s overall taste profile and complexity.
- Slice onions uniformly to promote even cooking and caramelization underneath the chicken thighs.
- For gluten-free option, verify barbecue sauce ingredients and choose certified gluten-free brand to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg