Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Chicken breasts work but will be less juicy. Reduce cooking time by 10–15 minutes and monitor closely to avoid drying out.

What temperature should I bake the chicken?

Bake at 425°F until chicken reaches 165°F internally, approximately 35–40 minutes, then broil for 2–3 minutes to caramelize the sauce.

Can I make the BBQ sauce ahead?

Yes, prepare the homemade BBQ sauce up to 3 days in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How do I know when the chicken is done?

The skin should be golden and crispy, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part (without touching bone) should register 165°F.

Can I substitute the peppers?

Yes, swap green and red bell peppers for yellow, orange, or a mix of zucchini and yellow squash for variation.

Oven Baked BBQ Chicken with Peppers

Name: Oven Baked BBQ Chicken with Peppers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 2 tbsp caramelized onion butter seasoning; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp black pepper; salt, to taste; 1 tbsp creole seasoning; 1 tbsp paprika; 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced; 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced; 1/2 white onion, sliced; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pats; 1.5 cups BBQ sauce; 1/4 cup honey; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp minced garlic; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tsp grape jelly

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Ingredients

3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tbsp caramelized onion butter seasoning
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp black pepper
salt, to taste
1 tbsp creole seasoning
1 tbsp paprika
1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 white onion, sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pats
1.5 cups BBQ sauce
1/4 cup honey
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp minced garlic
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp butter
2 tsp grape jelly

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the chicken thighs in a large baking dish.
2
Season the chicken generously on all sides with caramelized onion butter seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, creole seasoning, and paprika.
3
Top the chicken with sliced bell peppers and onion, then drizzle with vegetable oil.
4
Using your hands, mix everything together, making sure to rub the seasonings under the skin and all over the chicken.
5
Arrange the chicken in a single layer and place pats of unsalted butter on top.
6
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
7
While the chicken is baking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, and 2 tbsp of butter.
8
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, then cover and let it cook.
9
After it has simmered, stir in the grape jelly until it is completely melted and incorporated into the sauce.
10
After 45 minutes, carefully remove the chicken from the oven and uncover it. Baste the chicken with the pan juices.
11
Brush the homemade BBQ sauce generously over each piece of chicken, coating it completely.
12
Return the uncovered dish to the oven and broil on low for 10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and caramelized.
13
Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and serve.

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Can I substitute the peppers?

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