Description
These grilled chicken thighs are infused with a smoky flavor and caramelized BBQ sauce, perfect for any summer barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0 teaspoons black pepper
- 0 cups BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels and place in a bowl or resealable bag.
- Mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add olive oil to form a paste.
- Rub the mixture onto the chicken, coating all sides well.
- Cover or seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Grill chicken skin-side down for 5–6 minutes per side to develop a sear.
- Begin brushing BBQ sauce on both sides, continuing to grill until the sauce is caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For the best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Ensure the grill is preheated to get a good sear on the chicken.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg