Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken Recipe

Fall in love with this Sweet & Smoky Oven BBQ Chicken recipe! The secret? A homemade BBQ sauce featuring maple syrup that perfectly balances the tangy flavors, creating a mouthwatering taste the whole family will crave. Juicy, tender chicken baked to perfection – it's an easy weeknight dinner that tastes like a backyard BBQ feast!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 893.2 kcal
Protein 87g
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Ingredients for Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken

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How to Make Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (about 2 lbs total) in a baking pan, skin-side up.
  3. Pour 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the baking pan around the chicken.
  4. Sprinkle chicken generously with hickory smoked salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the BBQ sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  7. Pour BBQ sauce evenly over the chicken.
  8. Bake for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

130g

Fat

67g

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken?

Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken?

Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken has approximately 893.2 calories per serving, with about 87 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 95 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken?

The key ingredients for Sweet N Smoky Oven Bbq Chicken are Broiler Fryer Chicken, Water, Onion, Hickory Smoke Salt, Pepper, Catsup. See the full list with measurements above.

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