Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Two Ingredient Crispy Oven Baked BBQ Chicken, a delightful dish that combines the juicy tenderness of chicken with the sweet, smoky goodness of your favorite barbecue sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, allowing you to create a mouthwatering meal with just two main ingredients: chicken and BBQ sauce. With minimal prep and simple cooking steps, you can achieve perfectly crispy skin and tender meat that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it alongside fresh salads, classic sides, or dipping sauces for a versatile dining experience every time.
Ingredients
- 8–10 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and/or drumsticks
- 2 cups of your favorite barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Coat chicken pieces with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken skin side down on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
- Increase the oven temperature to 425°F; flip chicken over, baste with BBQ sauce, then return to oven for 7 minutes.
- Repeat basting process every 7 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
- For added crispiness, broil for an additional 3-5 minutes if desired.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg