Dorothy’S Oven Bar-B-Que Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A tangy, sweet, and savory baked chicken dish with a rich homemade tomato-based sauce
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This classic oven-baked BBQ chicken combines tender poultry pieces with a robust, homemade sauce that balances sweetness from brown sugar and catsup with tangy notes from vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard. The addition of Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while the onion provides a savory aromatic base. It’s a comforting, family-friendly meal that feels both nostalgic and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish requires minimal prep but delivers maximum flavor. The chicken bakes until juicy and coated in a glossy, sticky glaze thatâÂÂs irresistible. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

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Dorothy’S Oven Bar-B-Que Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 179.9

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This classic oven-baked BBQ chicken combines tender poultry pieces with a robust, homemade sauce that balances sweetness from brown sugar and catsup with tangy notes from vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard. The addition of Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while the onion provides a savory aromatic base. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting, family-friendly meal that feels both nostalgic and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish requires minimal prep but delivers maximum flavor. The chicken bakes until juicy and coated in a glossy, sticky glaze thatâÂÂs irresistible. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325ðF (165ðC).
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Chop the onion and add it to the same skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
  5. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the oil from the skillet, leaving the onions behind.
  6. Stir in the catsup, vinegar, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  7. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. Place the browned chicken pieces in a baking dish. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken.
  9. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  10. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 179.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.7g17%
Saturated Fat 2.0g10%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 850.9mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 12.2g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 9.2g
Protein 7.6g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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