Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe
A simple seasoning rub adds the perfect flavor to chicken thighs, and they'll be ready off the grill in just 20 minutes!
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- Grill or Indoor Grill Pan
Ingredients
For the Chicken Thigh Seasoning
- 1½ tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
For Grilling
- 2 lbs. bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs boneless thighs work too
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- lime wedges optional, for serving
- chopped fresh cilantro optional, for serving
Instructions
For the Chicken Thigh Seasoning
- Combine the brown sugar, salt, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and oregano in a small bowl.
For Grilling
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F).
- Rub the seasoning and olive oil over the chicken thighs to evenly coat.
- Place the chicken on the grill and grill for around 8-10 minutes total, flipping the chicken halfway through.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
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Notes
- This recipe works with both bone-in, skin-on and boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Bone-in thighs may require a few extra minutes of cooking time.
- Chicken thighs are safe to eat at 165°F, but they become even more tender and juicy when cooked to 175-185°F.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken thighs and the temperature of your grill.
- If flare-ups occur, move the chicken to a cooler part of the grill until the flames subside.
- For extra flavor, season the chicken and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before grilling.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to help retain its juices.
- Leftover grilled chicken is great for salads, wraps, sandwiches, tacos, and meal prep bowls.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 494mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 286IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg