Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs - Little Sunny Kitchen

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ½ cup of BBQ sauce. Mix to combine so the chicken is evenly coated.
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven, flip the chicken and brush with the remaining BBQ sauce. Return to the oven and bake for 10 more minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Try it on the grill. If you'd prefer to grill the chicken thighs, you absolutely can! Grill the seasoned chicken over medium-high heat until fully cooked, then baste with additional BBQ sauce before serving.
Have extra bbq sauce ready because everyone will want to dip their chicken in it! BBQ chicken is also tasty dipped in homemade ranch dressing, or a little bit of Buffalo sauce.
Adjust the seasonings. You can make this recipe with just bbq sauce, but the extra seasonings make it so much tastier. Feel free to edit the spices to suit your family's preferences, making them more or less spicy, smoky, or salty.
Storing: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They're great for meal prep or using in recipes.