Easy BBQ Chicken Thighs on the Grill
Easy BBQ Chicken Thighs on the Grill are your solution for seamless weeknights, gamedays, or all-around entertaining success! The chicken thighs are smoky, juicy, and easily customized with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Servings 6
Calories 206kcal
Equipment
- Grill
- basting brush
- paper towel
- grilling tongs
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs about 6 thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon herb and garlic seasoning blend
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend
- ½ cup BBQ sauce use your favorite brand or homemade
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400 ℉)
- Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel
- In a large bowl, drizzle chicken with olive oil and toss with herb and garlic seasoning and Cajun seasoning until well coated
- Place chicken thighs directly on grill grates and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, flipping once, until internal temperature reaches 165 ℉
- During the last 2-3 minutes of grilling, brush chicken with BBQ sauce and flip once more to let sauce caramelize
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
- Store leftover chicken thighs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave (30-second intervals) or in a covered skillet with a splash of water to keep moist.
- Avoid high heat for best results.
- Chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 ℉. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy.
- Wait to brush on the BBQ sauce at the end to allow it to caramelize without burning.
- Let the chicken rest at least 5 minutes before slicing or serving to preserve the juices.
Nutrition
Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 348mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 697IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg