Description
Juicy, flavorful grilled chicken thighs marinated in a savory blend of beer, BBQ dry rub, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and coarse salt. Perfect for a quick and satisfying main course with minimal prep time.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 8 to 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs
Marinade
- 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 boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Preheat the grill: About 10 minutes before grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat, preparing it for direct cooking.
- Prepare chicken for grilling: Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels to prevent flare-ups and promote even grilling.
- Grill the chicken: Place the chicken thighs on the preheated grill. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, flipping once, until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F and the chicken has a nice charred crust.
- Rest and serve: Remove the grilled chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute for maximum juiciness.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour but no longer than 6 hours to avoid overpowering the meat.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken on a grill pan or under a broiler in your oven.
- Patting the chicken dry before grilling helps achieve a better sear and prevents excessive smoke from marinade dripping on flames.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165˚F internal temperature.
- You can customize the BBQ dry rub with your favorite spices or use a store-bought blend.
- Leftover grilled chicken thighs can be sliced and added to salads, sandwiches, or wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
