Zesty Bbq Chicken
Fire up your grill or oven for this irresistible Zesty BBQ Chicken recipe that's bursting with smoky, tangy, and spicy flavors! Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are slathered in a bold blend of spices—including paprika, cumin, and cayenne—before being grilled or roasted to perfection. The pièce de résistance is the homemade BBQ sauce, a mouthwatering mix of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and Dijon mustard, simmered to create a rich, sticky glaze. Perfectly caramelized and tender, this dish is ready in under an hour and makes a show-stopping centerpiece for any backyard barbecue or family dinner. Pair it with grilled veggies, coleslaw, or cornbread for a complete meal that will leave everyone craving seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C). If using a grill, lightly oil the grates.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until it forms a thick marinade.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over each chicken thigh, ensuring they are well-coated. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika. Stir and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce slightly thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the chicken thighs on the grill, skin-side down, or arrange them on a baking sheet if using an oven. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, generously brush the chicken with the prepared BBQ sauce. Allow the sauce to caramelize slightly before removing the chicken.
Transfer the chicken to a serving plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with additional BBQ sauce on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.6 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
