BBQ Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs – Easy Recipe

Quick and delicious baked boneless chicken thighs perfectly seasoned with a tangy, rich BBQ sauce. This chicken thighs recipe will become your go-to during the week with minimal prep and cleanup!

These baked boneless chicken thighs are my go-to chicken recipe during the busy workweek. Everyone loves them, and there is enough for leftovers. They are juicy and tangy and make the best main dish that goes with so many other recipes.

Plus, they are easy to prep with minimal cleanup!

The chicken thighs are seasoned with a quick mix of paprika, garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper and then tossed in your favorite BBQ sauce. Once you have seasoned the boneless chicken thighs you can bake them immediately or cover and marinate them for up to 24 hours. 

Let’s talk about boneless, skinless chicken thighs. First, they are one of the easiest proteins to cook since it is hard for them to become dry or flavorless no matter how you choose to cook them. We love them in the air fryer or the oven for fast meals on busy weeknights. Chicken thighs are a darker meat, making them much juicier than boneless chicken breast. 

How long to bake boneless chicken thighs?

One of the best things about chicken thighs is that they rarely become dry or flavorless no matter how you cook them. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cook for about 25 minutes at 425°F in most ovens. An instant-read thermometer should read 165°F  and the juices should run clear when the chicken is done. So easy!

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• How long to bake boneless chicken thighs?
• Why you’ll love this baked chicken thighs recipe
• Ingredients and Substitutions
• Recommended Kitchen Tools
• How To Make Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
• Tips For The Best Results
• What to serve with baked boneless chicken thighs
• Recipe Variations
• How To Store and Reheat Leftovers
• FAQs
• More Healthy Chicken Recipes
• Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs

Why you’ll love this baked chicken thighs recipe

• Juicy & Tender – Baking locks in moisture, making the chicken juicy and flavorful.
• Easy & Hands-Off – Just season + marinate, bake, and enjoy—minimal effort required!
• Bold BBQ Flavor—The sauce caramelizes beautifully, adding smoky, tangy, and sweet notes—it’s so good!
• Versatile & Healthy – this chicken pairs well with salads, veggies, or grains for a balanced meal.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Here are the simple ingredients to make this quick and easy chicken thighs recipe.

• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs – you will need 6-8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs – about 1.5lbs
• Olive oil – to rub on the chicken to help the seasoning stick better. 
• Seasoning blend – paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, salt and pepper
• BBQ sauce – you can use any BBQ sauce you like. I used Stubbs BBQ Sauce. 

Recommended Kitchen Tools

• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Kitchen tongs

How To Make Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs

This chicken recipe could not be easier. Here is a summary with step-by-step photos of how to make it. Get the complete list of recipe ingredients and instructions in the recipe card located at the bottom of this post.

Expert Tip: For the juiciest boneless chicken thighs, bake them at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, depending on thickness. For extra flavor and caramelization, broil for the last 2-3 minutes to add a slight char. Always let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain their juices.

Tips For The Best Results

• Dry the chicken thighs well using a clean paper towel. This will help them get super crispy and flavorful when they bake. 
• Marinate the chicken. Although you can bake the chicken right away, if you can marinate it in the seasoning and BBQ sauce for at least 1 hour before you bake it then it will become more juicy and flavorful. Of course, you can marinate the chicken in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking it.
• Don’t overcrowd the chicken – place the chicken thighs about 1 inch apart on the baking sheet so they get golden, crispy edges as they bake up. 
• Let it rest after cooking – once the chicken thighs are done baking, allow them to cool for at least 5 minutes before you brush them with more BBQ sauce and serve them. The rest time allows the juices to redistribute making the chicken moist and flavorful once you cut into it. 

What to serve with baked boneless chicken thighs

Here are some great side dishes to serve with these amazing baked chicken thighs.

• Best Kale Salad
• Mac and cheese
• Air fryer asparagus
• Fingerling potatoes
• Healthy Potato Salad
• Smashed cucumber salad

Recipe Variations

• Ranch seasoned – brush the chicken thighs with olive oil then toss them in some ranch seasoning. This variation is great for kids.
• Italian seasoned – brush the chicken thighs with olive oil then rub them with an Italian spice blend of Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Teriyaki – toss the chicken thighs in teriyaki sauce and bake them, then brush them with more sauce before serving.

How To Store and Reheat Leftovers

To store: allow the baked chicken thighs to cool completely, them in an airtight container, and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 

To reheat: Warm the chicken in the microwave, air fryer, or oven until warmed through.

FAQs

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