Grilled Chicken Thighs

Looking for an easy and flavorful chicken recipe? These grilled chicken thighs are the answer! Quickly marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, these juicy and tender thighs are perfect grilling season and will be a favorite at your next summer BBQ!

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-Simple ingredients -Flavorful marinade -Juicy, tender with perfect grilled char -Ready in under an hour

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Ingredients

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Combine marinade

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Marinate chicken

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Grill chicken thighs

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Rest and serve

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Time and Temperature

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Store

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Grilled Chicken Thighs

4 servings

Looking for an easy and flavorful chicken recipe? These grilled chicken thighs are the answer! Quickly marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce, these juicy and tender thighs are perfect grilling season and will be a favorite at your next summer BBQ!

-Simple ingredients -Flavorful marinade -Juicy, tender with perfect grilled char -Ready in under an hour

Why You Will Love These Grilled Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

Olive oil Balsamic vinegar (or soy sauce) Dijon mustard and garlic Brown sugar Lemon Boneless skinless chicken thighs

Combine marinade

1

In a large bowl combine marinade ingredients and stir to combine.

Marinate chicken

2

Add chicken to the bowl and marinate for as little as 30 minutes to 12 hours.

Grill chicken thighs

3

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. This step is very important so the thighs don’t stick to the grill! Place the chicken on the grill for 5 – 6 minutes per side.

Rest and serve

4

Chicken thighs are ready when internal temp reaches 165°F degrees. Remove from grill and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Time and Temperature

It will take about 5-7 minutes per side over medium-high heat. A digital thermometer should read 160-165°F degrees when inserted into the thickest part of thigh.

Store

Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for 5 days. Reheat in microwave in 30 second intervals.

Serve with all your favorite summertime recipes! Enjoy!

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