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Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs

Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs for Flavorful Summer Cookouts

Enjoy juicy Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs marinated in a fiery homemade barbecue sauce, perfect for summer cookouts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Main protein source
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds moisture
For the Barbecue Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter Rich base for the sauce
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup water To thin the sauce
  • 1 cup ketchup Main ingredient for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon paprika Provides smoky flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Delivers heat
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek or substitute Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Adds spice
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Infuses tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Enhances umami

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Saucepan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Thighs
  1. Make the Barbecue Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped yellow onion and sauté until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Mix in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sriracha, and spices. Let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Prepare Chicken Thighs: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper on all sides.
  3. Grill Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-low heat. Place marinated chicken thighs on the grill smooth side down. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, turning every 3-4 minutes. Check for clear juices and 165-170°F internal temperature.
  4. Baste Chicken: During the last 2-3 turns of grilling, brush chicken thighs with the homemade spicy barbecue sauce.
  5. Rest Before Serving: Remove chicken thighs from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Slice chicken thighs and serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side and your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 34gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken thighs for 1-2 hours or overnight before grilling. Always save some barbecue sauce for serving to enhance flavor.

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