Description
These grilled chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly charred, marinated in a tangy blend of beer, BBQ dry rub, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, and garlic for a deliciously smoky taste. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 8 - 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 12-ounce can beer
- 3 tablespoons BBQ dry rub
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, stir together the beer, BBQ dry rub, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and coarse salt until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Preheat the Grill: When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure a good sear and even cooking.
- Prepare Chicken for Grilling: Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels to promote better browning and prevent flare-ups on the grill.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs on the grill and cook for 7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring they are fully cooked and juicy.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken for up to 4 hours to deepen the flavor.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken thighs on a grill pan indoors using the same cooking times.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature to avoid under or overcooking.
- Patting the chicken dry before grilling is important for getting a nice crust and avoiding flare-ups.
- Leftover grilled chicken thighs can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
