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Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs with Onions

This easy weeknight recipe turns budget-friendly chicken thighs into a flavorful, saucy main dish with tender, caramelized onions and crispy skin. Smoked paprika and apple cider vinegar give the barbecue sauce a sweet-smoky tang that clings to every bite. It’s comfort food without the fuss — and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Budget-Friendly, Chicken Recipes, Comfort Food, Main Course, Weeknight Meals
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 onion large, sliced into thick rings

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  • In a bowl, combine barbecue sauce, olive oil, vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set aside.
  • Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper, then place skin-side down on the tray.
  • Brush half the sauce mixture onto the chicken. Scatter onion rings over and around the thighs.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Remove, flip chicken skin-side up, and brush on remaining sauce.
  • Return to oven and bake another 20–25 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F and skin is crisp.
  • Optional: Broil for 3–4 minutes to caramelize the top. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  • Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon onions on top and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

For a spicier twist, stir hot sauce or honey into the barbecue sauce before brushing.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcal
Keyword baked chicken, barbecue glaze, easy dinner, oven-baked, smoky
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