Grilled Chicken Thighs

This grilled chicken is so tender and juicy, with a smoky char that plays perfectly with the simple seasonings. Quick and easy, too!

📝 Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 8 medium-large boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat ((about 2 1/2 pounds total weight))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat grill to high heat, about 500°F. Then clean the grates and oil them well (see Notes below). Let grill preheat for another 5 minutes to ensure the grill grates are thoroughly hot.
2. 2While grill is heating, stir together olive oil, honey, paprika, salt & pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
3. 3Place trimmed chicken thighs in a low, wide bowl. Pour seasoning mixture over chicken thighs, then fold gently to even coat.
4. 4Place seasoned chicken thighs top (smooth) side down on the grates. Close grill lid and cook for about 3½ minutes, or just until the chicken shows nice char marks. Flip chicken thighs over.
5. 5Close grill lid and immediately turn heat down to low. Cook on second side for another 6-7 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (test several thighs to be sure, and move them around on the grill if needed). I personally like to cook chicken thighs to 170°-175°F, and they're always tender and juicy. Transfer chicken to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.