Description
Mouthwatering BBQ chicken combines zesty spices and tender meat for an unforgettable meal. Perfectly grilled and glazed, this dish brings Southern comfort to dinner tables with irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400F (200C), ensuring optimal cooking temperature for juicy chicken.
- Thoroughly pat chicken pieces with paper towels to remove excess moisture, creating a perfect surface for seasoning.
- Massage chicken with olive oil, then evenly coat with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to enhance flavor profiles.
- Arrange seasoned chicken on a lined baking sheet, spreading pieces to allow even heat circulation.
- Roast chicken for 25-30 minutes, developing a golden exterior and ensuring initial cooking of the meat.
- Remove chicken from oven and liberally coat with BBQ sauce, creating a glossy and flavorful exterior.
- Return chicken to oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing sauce to caramelize and chicken to reach complete doneness.
- For extra crispy texture, activate broiler and cook for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Check internal chicken temperature reaches 165F (74C) to guarantee food safety.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over chicken for a vibrant garnish and serve immediately while hot and succulent.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is completely dry before seasoning to achieve crispy, golden-brown skin that locks in maximum flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe and perfectly cooked chicken without drying out.
- Experiment with homemade or store-bought BBQ sauces to customize the flavor profile and match your taste preferences.
- For a gluten-free option, verify that your BBQ sauce is certified gluten-free and use alternative seasonings if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg