Description
Savor the ultimate BBQ chicken experience with this easy recipe, promising smoky, tender meat perfect for gatherings or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss the chicken until fully coated.
- Marinate the seasoned chicken for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for enhanced flavor).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F / 190°C).
- Grill the marinated thighs for approximately 6-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are nicely charred.
- In the last few minutes of grilling, brush on your barbecue sauce generously to caramelize.
Notes
- For added sweetness, consider using honey or maple syrup in your marinade.
- Customize spice levels by adding cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Serve alongside fresh salad or fluffy rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg