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Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs
These Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs are a favorite in our household. They’re incredibly easy to make and perfect for everything from weeknight family dinners to weekend backyard barbecues.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 619 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Turkish
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken thighs (bone in skin on)
- 2 tablespoon plain natural yogurt
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, thyme (or oregano), paprika, and chili flakes. Mix well to create a smooth marinade.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F or 190-200°C). Lightly grease the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Place the thighs skin-side down on the grill over direct heat.
- Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until you have a nice char on the outside.
- Move the chicken thighs to indirect heat and continue grilling for another 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken thighs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Start by grilling the thighs over direct heat to give them a nice char, then move them to indirect heat to cook through without burning.
- Always brush the grill grates with oil before grilling to avoid sticking.
- To ensure your chicken is cooked perfectly, use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after grilling. This helps keep the meat juicy.
- If you prefer boneless, skinless chicken thighs, reduce the cooking time by a few minutes, as they will cook faster than bone-in, skin-on thighs.
Nutrition Information
Calories
619kcal
(31%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
41g
(82%)
Fat
49g
(75%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
9g
Monounsaturated Fat
22g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
246mg
(82%)
Sodium
781mg
(33%)
Potassium
544mg
(16%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
268IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
37mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 619
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 619kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 49g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 246mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 781mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 544mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 268IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.