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Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs

Savory Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs for Perfect Summer BBQs

Juicy grilled BBQ chicken thighs, a must-try for summer BBQs, crispy on the outside and tender inside.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Boneless or bone-in
For the Dry Rub
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust for heat preference
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Grill
  • meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Loosen the skin and apply the dry rub generously to both sides.
  3. Let the thighs rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F).
  5. Grill chicken thighs skin-side down over direct heat for 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. Move to the cooler side of the grill, brush with BBQ sauce, and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (10–15 minutes).
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 26gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These grilled BBQ chicken thighs are gluten-free and dairy-free, suitable for various dietary needs.

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