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Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs

Delicious Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs for Your Summer BBQ

Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for summer gatherings, making them the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (boneless or bone-in) skin-on-bone-in thighs preferred for moisture
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce preferably gluten-free
For the Dry Rub
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne optional for added heat

Equipment

  • grill
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Paper towels
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by patting your chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Loosen the skin and rub the dry rub mixture on both sides and underneath the skin. Allow to sit at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 450°F. Set up for indirect cooking if using a charcoal grill.
  3. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down directly over the heat. Grill for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. After achieving crispy skin, move the chicken to the cooler side of the grill, brush BBQ sauce on, and cook for another 10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 23gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 2gIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider brining the chicken for extra moisture. Apply BBQ sauce towards the end of cooking to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer for best results.

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