Add the minced garlic and cook for 4-5 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ketchup, chili sauce, brown sugar, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, celery seed, salt, and Tabasco sauce (if using) to the saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in a shallow baking pan.
Pour the boiling sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Place the lemon slices on top of the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, basting the chicken with the sauce every 15 minutes.
If desired, uncover the chicken during the last 20 minutes of baking for a crispier skin.
Once cooked through and golden brown, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this tangy barbecue chicken bake with a medium-bodied red wine like Zinfandel or a fruity, off-dry white like Riesling. These wines complement the sweet and savory flavors of the dish while balancing its tanginess.