Grilled Chicken Thighs
Grilled chicken thighs are amazing because they're juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Plus, the bone-in, skin-on variety provides even more flavor and moisture to the meat, making them a go-to option for any barbecue or outdoor gathering. You can use any dry rub you want, but the smoked paprika really brings out the flavor of the chicken in this one!
Equipment
- BBQ
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil and then generously sprinkle the dry rub mixture over each thigh, making sure to coat all sides.
- Place the chicken thighs on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 8-10 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. (See notes)
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Video
Notes
If you find that the chicken is making the grill flare up, then turn off one of the burners on the BBQ, and move them to cook in the indirect heat. The brown sugar in the rub means that they tend to burn more quickly. Also keep an eye on the temperature of the BBQ while you're grilling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1thighCalories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 22gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 374mgPotassium: 251mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 414IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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