I swear it’s like my husband has a 2nd stomach when he eats this!
These Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs with Onions are a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender and juicy chicken thighs are coated in a delicious homemade barbecue sauce and baked alongside sweet, caramelized onion rings.
Baked Barbecue Chicken Thighs with Onions
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on | 8 |
| Large onion, sliced into rings | 1 |
| Barbecue sauce | 1 cup |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1 tablespoon |
| Smoked paprika | 2 teaspoons |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | To taste |
| Freshly ground black pepper | To taste |
| Chopped fresh parsley (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Whisk sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Season chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Add sauce and onions: Brush about half of the sauce mixture over the chicken thighs. Top each thigh with the sliced onion rings.
- Bake (first stage): Bake for 25 minutes.
- Turn and add remaining sauce: Carefully turn the chicken thighs over and brush them with the remaining sauce.
- Bake (second stage): Continue to bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Broil (optional): If you desire more caramelization, broil for 3-4 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Rest and garnish: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
