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Perfectly Juicy Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken

This oven-baked BBQ chicken brings together the convenience of indoor cooking with the beloved flavors of outdoor grilling. The bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts stay incredibly juicy while developing that signature sticky, caramelized barbecue exterior that everyone loves. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect solution for satisfying barbecue cravings any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 476
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken breasts (about 3 pounds total)
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce plus extra for serving
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika adds extra flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top if available.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the seasonings stick and promotes better browning.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with the spice mixture, rubbing it into both sides of the chicken.
  5. Place the chicken skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken from the oven and carefully brush each piece generously with barbecue sauce. Return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  7. For extra caramelization, brush on another layer of barbecue sauce mixed with brown sugar during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  8. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part and the sauce has caramelized.
  9. Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to retain juices.

Nutrition

Calories: 476kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 58gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 937mgSugar: 16g
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