These BBQ Spiced Baked Chicken Thighs are an easy weeknight entree to have for dinner. With a combination of spices & herbs that provide the beloved & familiar BBQ flavor, these are sure to be a recipe that you can include in your meal rotations. Eat as is or brush on some of your favorite sauces to take it to another level!
Ingredients are posted below and the Full Recipe is posted on my blog www.royaleeats.com-link in bio.
Ingredients:
•6 Bone-in Chicken Thighs; approximately 2 pounds
•⅓ Cup Olive Oil, up to ½ cup
•¼ Cup Light Brown Sugar
•4 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
•4 Teaspoons Black Pepper
•4 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
•1 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika
•1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
•2 Teaspoons Cumin
•¼ Teaspoon Ground Cayenne Red Pepper
Directions:
Make the marinade: Mix olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, Italian seasoning, and a little brown sugar.
Prep the chicken: Clean and pat dry chicken thighs, then coat thoroughly in the marinade—make sure to get under the skin too.
Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet and set up an oven-safe rack. Spray with nonstick oil, then arrange chicken on the rack. Bake for 30 minutes, flip, then bake another 20–25 minutes until crispy and fully cooked
Serve: Enjoy as-is or brush on your favorite BBQ sauce.
