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Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs: Juicy Flavor in 30 Minutes

Juicy grilled boneless chicken thighs marinated in garlic, lemon, and smoked paprika for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil can be replaced with vegetable or sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce opt for tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice lime juice can substitute
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika use regular paprika for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • to taste Salt
Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs substitutable with boneless chicken breasts

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Add chicken thighs to marinade, toss gently, and marinate for at least 10 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F) and oil the grates.
  4. Grill chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 26gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin C: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Preheat the grill for best results and ensure the chicken is well-marinated for maximum flavor.

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