Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Learn how to grill chicken thighs like a pro! This bone-in skin-on marinated bbq chicken thigh recipe will have your mouth watering and guests asking for more!

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Marinade Time15

Total Time40

Course: Entree, Tutorial

Cuisine: American

Servings: pieces

Author: Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons avocado oil
2 tablespoons BBQ Seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt if needed
barbecue sauce for serving, optional

Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and transfer to a large bowl. Add the oil, BBQ seasoning and salt on top of the chicken and rub the seasoning generously all over the chicken thighs, coating them evenly on both sides. Allow the chicken thighs to marinate at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F).
Once the grill is heated, oil the grates and place the chicken thighs on the grill, skin side down. Grill for 7 minutes, then lower the temperature to medium heat, cover the grill and cook for 12-15 more minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
During the last few minutes of grilling, you can brush the chicken thighs with BBQ sauce if using for a thicker glaze.
Once the chicken thighs are cooked through, transfer them to a platter and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

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Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. You can shred the chicken off the bone to use in salads or reheat to make another meal.

To freeze, after the chicken cools down, tightly wrap each chicken thigh with plastic wrap or foil. Place them in freezer bags or containers. Store in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. When ready to eat, thaw in the refrigerator and reheat using preferred methods like oven, stovetop, or grill.

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