Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4-5 lbs. bone-in, skin-on split chicken breast ((about 3 large breasts))
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ cup bbq sauce, plus extra for serving

Instruction

  • Let the chicken sit on the counter and come to room temperature for about 30 minutes while you preheat the oven and prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet or a roasting pan with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup, if desired.
  • Pat the chicken very dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, chili powder, kosher salt, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken.
  • Place the chicken (skin-side up) on the prepared pan.
  • Bake the bone-in chicken breasts uncovered for a total of about 40-50 minutes, basting with the bbq sauce during the final 5-10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven when the skin is crispy, the juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F when inserted into the thickest part of a breast.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with additional bbq sauce, if desired.