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Juicy chicken bursting with flavor hot off the grill will make summer complete. Grilled BBQ Chicken is all that and more! Grilled to juicy, fatty delectability and slathered in thick caramelized barbeque sauce, Grilled BBQ Chicken is a sticky, smoky, sweet delight. Serve with a side of mac and cheese, green beans, or potato salad for the ultimate barbecue experience.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup barbecue sauce, plus more, to taste
Directions
Step 1 -Place the chicken thighs on a cutting board and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2 -In a small mixing bowl, combine the garlic powder, the chipotle powder, the chili powder, the salt, and the pepper.
Step 3 -Massage the rub evenly into the chicken thighs.
Step 4 -Allow the chicken to rest for about 30 minutes.
Step 5 -Preheat the grill for direct medium-high heat.
Step 6 -Once preheated, place the chicken skin-side down on the grill over direct heat for 4-5 minutes to crisp the skin.
Step 7 -Flip the thighs and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes.
Step 8 -Flip the chicken thighs once more and move them to indirect heat.
Step 9 -Brush the chicken thighs evenly with 1/3 cup of the barbecue sauce.
Step 10 -Cover the grill and allow the sauce to caramelize for 2-3 minutes.
Step 11 -Ensure the chicken thighs are cooked through at 165 degrees F internally.
Step 12 -Remove the chicken thighs and allow them to rest for about 5 minutes before coating them with the extra barbecue sauce.
Step 13 -Serve warm.

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