Are you craving a mouthwatering meal that's incredibly easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress? Look no further than this sensational Oven BBQ Chicken with Roast Potatoes and Broccoli! Imagine tender, juicy chicken thighs glazed with rich BBQ sauce, perfectly crispy roasted potatoes, and vibrant broccoli – all cooked on a single baking sheet with minimal cleanup. This recipe is a weeknight dinner game-changer that combines maximum flavor with minimum effort, proving that delicious home-cooked meals don't have to be complicated.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 medium potatoes, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature is ideal for cooking the chicken and roasting the potatoes and broccoli simultaneously.
- While the oven is preheating, prepare the chicken thighs. Pat them dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the same baking sheet, arranging them around the potatoes. Brush the chicken generously with BBQ sauce, reserving some sauce for later.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
- While the chicken and potatoes are baking, prepare the broccoli. In a bowl, toss the broccoli florets with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- After 25 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the broccoli florets to the baking sheet, arranging them around the chicken and potatoes.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
- During the last 5 minutes of cooking, you can brush the chicken with the reserved BBQ sauce for extra flavor.
- Once cooked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the BBQ chicken thighs alongside the roasted potatoes and broccoli, and enjoy your delicious meal!
Tips
- Pat the chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy exterior and better sauce adherence.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) – this guarantees juicy, perfectly cooked meat.
- For extra crispy potatoes, make sure they're cut into uniform cube sizes and spread in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Don't be afraid to customize your BBQ sauce – try mixing store-bought sauce with a touch of honey, hot sauce, or your favorite spices for a unique flavor profile.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness in your chicken.
- For a complete meal, choose a high-quality BBQ sauce that complements the chicken's natural flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 506kcal
Carbohydrates: 53g
Protein: 23g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg
