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Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs

Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs That'll Ignite Your Summer Cookouts

Experience bold flavors with Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs, perfect for summer gatherings and cookouts.
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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: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps seasonings adhere
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Mild spice
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Rich base for sauce
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Water Adjust sauce thickness
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Main ingredient for sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds smoky flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha For heat
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Chili Paste (Sambal Oelek) Optional for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Deepens flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Adds tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Saucepan
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped onion and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  2. Mix in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, water, paprika, sriracha, chili powder, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 15 minutes until thickened.
  3. Pat dry chicken thighs, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper. Rub to ensure even coating.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-low (300°F). Lightly oil grates with a paper towel dipped in vegetable oil.
  5. Place chicken thighs on the grill, grill 15-20 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until internal temperature is 165-170°F.
  6. Baste with BBQ sauce in the final minutes of grilling to create a glaze.
  7. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let juices redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels as desired by modifying Sriracha or hot chili paste amounts. Always let chicken rest before serving for juiciness.

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