Savory Grilled BBQ Chicken Perfect for Family Gatherings

This Grilled BBQ Chicken is a juicy, crowd-pleasing dish with a sweet-tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for family gatherings and quick meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on preferred

For the BBQ Sauce

1 cup Barbecue Sauce your favorite variety

For the Marinade

2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with canola oil
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Optional Additions

1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper for heat
2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley for garnish

Equipment

Grill
mixing bowl
Basting brush

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Clean the grates and brush with oil.
Combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Rub the spice mix onto the chicken thighs.
Place the chicken thighs skin side down on the grate. Grill for 6-8 minutes without moving, then flip and grill the other side for another 6-8 minutes.
Brush barbecue sauce on both sides of the chicken. Grill for an additional 6-10 minutes, basting every 2-3 minutes until caramelized and cooked through to 165°F.
Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with extra BBQ sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to marinate enhances its flavor. Experiment with different BBQ sauces for variety.

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