Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 chicken pieces
bone in, skin on
- 2 tsp baking powder
NOT soda. Put the orange box back!
- BBQ sauce of your choice
Better use mine!
- Cooking spray
- 2 TBS brown sugar
- 1 TBS Cajun or Creole seasoning
- 1 T onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 T smoked paprika
- 1 tsp lemon pepper
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400F
- 2
Wash (run some water over that bird!) and pat the chicken dry with a paper towel
- 3
Sprinkle on the baking powder and toss chicken to coat
- 4
In a small bowl, mix all Dry Rub ingredients together.
- 5
Sprinkle the rub onto the chicken evenly
- 6
Spray a baking or roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray
- 7
Place the chicken into the pan skin side up
- 8
Bake, uncovered for 20 mins.
- 9
Flip chicken over and return to the oven
- 10
Continue baking for 20-25 more minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temp of 165 F (Just stick a fork in the bird and make sure the juices are clear, Chile!)
- 11
Remove the chicken from the oven, flip it back over (skin side up), and drain off any liquid.
- 12
Brush the BBQ sauce liberally over the chicken
- 13
Turn your oven on broil and place the chicken on the top rack
- 14
Broil for 2-3 minutes or until sauce is sticky
- 15
Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving
- 16
Enjoy!
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving that irresistible BBQ chicken flavor without firing up the grill? This Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe brings all the smoky, sweet, and savory magic right to your kitchen, proving that the best BBQ can indeed come straight from your oven.
The secret to truly standout oven-baked BBQ chicken lies in two key elements: the bone-in, skin-on chicken and the clever use of baking powder (not baking soda!). This combination is essential for achieving incredibly crispy skin and juicy, tender meat, making for a truly unforgettable bite that rivals any grilled version.
Prepare for a symphony of flavors with every bite. You'll experience perfectly cooked chicken with an intensely savory and slightly sweet profile, thanks to the robust blend of brown sugar, smoked paprika, and aromatic garlic and onion powders. The skin will be wonderfully crisp, contrasting beautifully with the succulent meat beneath, all coated in your favorite tangy BBQ sauce. This dish is designed to impress, offering a restaurant-quality experience with straightforward preparation.
This recipe is wonderfully versatile. While specified for bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces, you can certainly adapt it to your favorite cuts of the bird. Experiment with different BBQ sauces to match your preference, from sweet and sticky to bold and spicy. You can also adjust the Cajun or Creole seasoning level to control the spice, or even swap out the lemon pepper for black pepper if you prefer a less zesty kick.
This delightful Oven Baked BBQ Chicken is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or any occasion when you're craving comforting, flavorful food. Serve it alongside classic BBQ sides like coleslaw or corn on the cob for a complete and satisfying meal.