Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs

Get ready for juicy, tender BBQ chicken thighs with a sweet, caramelized exterior after just 45 minutes on the grill. With a simple blend of spices and your favorite BBQ sauce, these smoky, delectable thighs deliver the perfect grilled BBQ chicken texture and taste.

📝 Ingredients

• 3 pounds chicken thighs ((skin on, bone in))
• 1/4 cup dry spice rub
• 1 cup BBQ sauce

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Season and apply the dry rub to the thighs and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 45 minutes before cooking.
2. 2Remove the chicken from the refrigerator to bring them up to room temperature while you set up the grill for two-zone cooking with the direct side on medium-high heat (325° to 350° F).
3. 3Lightly oil the grates, then place the chicken thighs skin-side down over the direct heat with the lid closed until browned, about 3 to 5 minutes. Turn thighs over and cook on the second side until browned.
4. 4Move the thighs over to the indirect heat side of the grill and use a heatproof basting brush to apply about 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce to both sides of the chicken (finishing with the skin side up).
5. 5Close the lid and cook for about 20 minutes before brushing both sides again with about 1/4 cup more BBQ sauce.
6. 6Continue to cook until the internal temperature of the thighs reaches 175° F, about 20 minutes longer. (Verify with a meat thermometer)
7. 7Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or serving platter and rest uncovered for 10 minutes before serving with more BBQ sauce.