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Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs

Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs That Steal the Show

Juicy grilled spicy BBQ chicken thighs deliver a flavor explosion, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil as a substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free version
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion finely chopped; shallots can substitute
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; garlic powder can be used
  • 1/3 cup Apple Cider Vinegar white vinegar or lemon juice can substitute
  • 1/2 cup Water or chicken stock for enhanced flavor
  • 1 cup Ketchup low-sugar or homemade options available
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika smoked paprika intensifies flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or another hot sauce for heat
  • 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek or substitute with another hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard type according to taste—yellow or Dijon
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce for gluten-free

Equipment

  • Grill
  • medium saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • basting brush
  • instant-read thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add one finely chopped yellow onion, sautéing until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, around 1 minute. Mix in the remaining sauce ingredients, bringing to a gentle simmer for 15 minutes until it thickens.
  2. While the sauce simmers, take 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-low heat (about 350°F). Place chicken thighs smooth-side down on the grill grate. Cook for about 20 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  4. During the last minutes of grilling, baste each chicken thigh with the homemade BBQ sauce using a brush, allowing it to caramelize.
  5. Once grilled to perfection, let the chicken thighs rest for about 5 minutes before serving for juiciness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with fresh sides like coleslaw or grilled corn for a complete meal.

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