Oven Baked BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

Juicy oven-baked BBQ boneless chicken thighs seasoned with a smoky dry rub and brushed with your favorite BBQ sauce. No grill needed.

Author: Kelsey Smith

Meal Type: American

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 6 serving

Calories: 300 kcal per serving

Ingredients

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray or oil. (If you plan to broil at the end, use a rimmed broiler-safe baking sheet).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and trim any excess fat.
In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken and place them in the prepared baking dish. Avoid overlapping the chicken.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
Remove the dish from the oven and brush the chicken with BBQ sauce on both sides. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Optional: Broil the chicken on a rimmed broiler-safe baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the BBQ sauce is bubbly and slightly caramelized. Watch closely to avoid burning. It's okay to cook chicken thighs past 165°F because they stay juicy and often become more tender at higher temperatures. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.