Grilled Chicken Thighs That Are Juicy, Smoky, and Irresistible

These juicy, smoky grilled chicken thighs are marinated to perfection, offering a delightful balance of flavors, perfect for dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 16

Resting Time 5

Total Time 31

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Thighs Boneless preferred
¼ cup Olive Oil Can swap with vegetable oil

For the Marinade

¼ cup Soy Sauce Or lemon juice; tamari for gluten-free
2 tablespoons Honey Or brown sugar; maple syrup as a twist
3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Substitute with regular paprika
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper

Optional Garnish

¼ cup Chopped Parsley Or cilantro

Equipment

Grill
Medium Bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a bowl or zip-top bag, pour marinade over, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C) and lightly oil the grates.
Grill the Chicken: Grill thighs for 6–8 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F/75°C).
Rest & Serve: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for enhanced flavor; check internal temperature for safety and perfect doneness.

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