Ingredients
- Bone-in, skin-on Chicken Thighs
- Chili Powder
- Smoked Paprika
- Cayenne Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Brown Sugar
- Olive Oil
- Lime Juice
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and clean the grates.
- Grill chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-8 minutes until charred. Flip and grill for another 6-8 minutes, checking that internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes, then serve garnished with cilantro and lime.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Use a meat thermometer for safe internal cooking temperature.
- Don’t overcrowd the grill; cook in batches if needed.
- Experiment with different spices for customized heat levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg