Description
This grilled smoked paprika chicken is marinated to perfection, infusing the meat with rich flavors. A delicious and simple dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl mix together paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt and pepper until combined.
- Place the chicken thighs into a large bowl or ziplock bag, add the olive oil, minced garlic, and spice mixture and toss until coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill on medium-high heat and place over direct heat and grill 3-4 minutes, flip and grill another 3-4 minutes.
- Remove to indirect heat and cook another 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Notes
- For more flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if possible.
- Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken thighs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg