There's nothing quite like the irresistible allure of BBQ chicken—the smoky aroma, the sticky-sweet glaze, and the tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. But you don't need a grill or perfect weather to enjoy it! This Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken recipe brings all the classic flavors of an outdoor cookout right into your kitchen. We'll show you how to create a beautifully caramelized crust and incredibly juicy meat using a simple yet flavorful homemade sauce. It's the perfect way to satisfy your BBQ cravings any day of the week, turning a simple meal into a memorable feast.
Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken
Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken Ingredients
- 2 chicken leg quarters
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon soybean paste (a fermented paste made from soybeans, like doenjang or miso; can be substituted with thick tomato paste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon each of ground white pepper, red pepper flakes, and sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 chili pepper
- liquid smoke, optional
- salt to taste
How to Make Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken
Rinse two large chicken leg quarters under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Tie the leg quarters with kitchen twine to help them hold their shape. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet. Place the chicken leg quarters on the dry, very hot skillet.
Place the chicken leg quarters on a dry, very hot skillet
Sear the chicken leg quarters on one side over high heat for 3 minutes
In a bowl, mix the soybean paste, honey, and soy sauce
Sear the chicken leg quarters on one side over high heat for 3 minutes, then flip and sear for another 3 minutes on the other side. Season with salt to taste during searing. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Transfer the skillet with the chicken to the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce that will give it that signature BBQ aroma and look. In a bowl, mix the soybean paste, honey, and soy sauce. You can substitute the soybean paste with a thick tomato paste.
Add ground white and red pepper
Add the ground white and red pepper, then add the sweet paprika powder and a pinch of salt.
Remove the seeds from the chili pepper and add it to the garlic
Liquid smoke will give the roasted chicken the missing campfire aroma
After 20 minutes, take the skillet with the chicken out of the oven
In a mortar and pestle, grind two garlic cloves with a pinch of salt to form a paste. Remove the seeds from the chili pepper and add it to the garlic. You can use either dried or fresh chili.
Add the garlic and chili paste to the sauce, pour in the olive oil, and mix thoroughly until smooth. A teaspoon of liquid smoke will give the roasted chicken that missing campfire aroma. If you’re not a fan of this ingredient, it will still be delicious without it.
After 20 minutes, take the skillet with the chicken out of the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 200°C (400°F).
Coat the chicken leg quarters with a thick layer of the glaze sauce
Return the sauce-coated chicken to the hot oven
After 10 minutes, take the skillet out again, baste the chicken with the rendered juices, and apply the remaining glaze
Coat the chicken leg quarters with a thick layer of the glaze sauce. Try to apply it only to the top and avoid dripping it onto the skillet, as it will burn.
Return the sauce-coated chicken to the hot oven.
After 10 minutes, take the skillet out again, baste the chicken with the rendered juices, and apply the remaining glaze. Return the chicken to the oven for another couple of minutes, until the sauce is caramelized and almost blackened.
Serve with a vegetable salad or pickled vegetables. Enjoy your meal!
The oven-baked BBQ chicken is ready – juicy, tender, with an appetizing dark-golden skin. Serve it with a vegetable salad or pickled vegetables.
And there you have it—a spectacular Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken that's bursting with flavor and sure to become a new family favorite! The rich, caramelized glaze and succulent meat make every bite a true delight. This dish pairs wonderfully with classic sides like creamy coleslaw, cornbread, or a simple green salad. Don't forget to spoon some of those delicious pan juices over the chicken before serving for an extra burst of flavor. We hope you enjoy making this recipe as much as you'll enjoy eating it. Happy cooking!
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