Easy Recipes Baked BBQ Chicken Dinner
Juicy oven-baked BBQ chicken that’s packed with flavor and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then drizzle with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning mix all over the chicken.
- Place the seasoned chicken on the prepared baking sheet, skin side up.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven and brush each piece generously with barbecue sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is nicely caramelized.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.