Description
Savor the delicious blend of sweet and tangy flavors with this easy recipe for juicy, grilled chicken thighs—perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on one side until grill marks appear. Flip and baste with BBQ sauce.
- Cook for another 6-7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the grill and let rest before serving.
Notes
- For an extra smoky flavor, use smoked paprika.
- Experiment with different BBQ sauces or add fresh herbs like cilantro for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg