Description
BBQ chicken is a crowd-pleaser that combines juicy, tender meat with a sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for any gathering, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers big flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub the mixture on the chicken.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Brush one side of the chicken with BBQ sauce before grilling.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, flipping only once.
- Baste with BBQ sauce in the last few minutes of cooking. Remove when the internal temperature reaches 165°F and let rest before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken for at least one hour before grilling.
- Experiment with different sauces like teriyaki or honey mustard for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg