Description
A flavorful and zesty grilled chicken dish, perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic granules
- 1 tablespoon onion granules
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for added spice)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sweet paprika, garlic granules, onion granules, thyme, sea salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes (if desired), and lime juice. Stir the mixture until it forms a smooth marinade.
- Introduce the chicken thighs into the bowl, ensuring each piece is generously coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
- Prepare your grill by preheating it to a medium-high setting. Take the marinated chicken out of the fridge and allow any excess marinade to drip off.
- Place the chicken thighs on the grill with the skin side facing down. Grill for approximately 7-9 minutes, then turn them over and continue grilling for another 7-9 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the skin is beautifully crisp.
- Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg