Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs

A mouthwatering dish perfect for summertime barbecues, featuring juicy chicken thighs coated in a rich BBQ sauce.

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Prep Time 2

Cook Time 25

Total Time 2 25

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Barbecue

Calories: 250

For the Chicken Marinade

6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs These succulent pieces of chicken are perfect for grilling.
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Adds a warm, savory depth.
1/2 teaspoon onion powder Provides a touch of sweetness.
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Imparts a smoky flavor.
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adds a hint of heat.
1/2 cup barbecue sauce Star ingredient, tangy and sweet.

Marinate the Chicken

Place the chicken thighs into a large bowl and sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper over them. Toss to coat evenly, cover, and let marinate in the fridge for 2 hours.

Preheat the Grill

Preheat your grill to medium heat and oil the grates to prevent sticking. Lay the chicken thighs down, skin side facing down, and grill for about 7 minutes.

Flip and Sauce

After 7 minutes, flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Brush a layer of barbecue sauce on the side facing up and cook for another 3 minutes.

Add More Sauce

Flip the chicken again, brush with more barbecue sauce, and let cook for 2 minutes. Then, flip once more to skin side up and apply a light coat of barbecue sauce.

Cook to Perfection

Continue grilling until the chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 165°F, approximately 20 minutes in total. Serve immediately.

For extra flavor, consider letting the chicken marinate overnight. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness.