Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

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Grilled boneless chicken thighs are an easy and quick weeknight dinner option to throw on the grill when you need to get dinner on the table. They are flavorful and juicy and can be made with simple pantry ingredients!

❤️ Why you’ll love it

This recipe is easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. The chicken thighs are seasoned well with a delicious seasoning mixture and then grilled to perfection. I also love that this recipe is low carb, keto-friendly, and gluten free.

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These boneless thighs are perfect for a summer barbecue on a gas or charcoal grill. For the best results, use the simple marinade with the delicious spice blend.

🧾 Ingredients Used

Boneless chicken thighs: I prefer to use boneless skinless chicken thighs for this recipe as they are more flavorful and juicier than chicken breasts. However, you can certainly use chicken breasts if you prefer.
Olive oil: This helps to keep the chicken moist while cooking. You could also use avocado oil instead.
Chicken seasoning: My homemade chicken seasoning is a blend of black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and other spices. You can either make your own or use a store-bought blend.

🔪 How To Make This Recipe

Place chicken thighs in a large bowl.
Spray the chicken with olive oil and rub the spices all over.
Preheat the grill to 400F if your grill has a preheat function.
Grill chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on one side.
Flip it and grill for 5 minutes on the other side.
Use a digital meat thermometer to check the temperature is at least 165F.
Add 1-2 minutes on each side if you have a thicker cut of chicken thighs.

how to grill boneless skinless chicken thighs

🥫 Storing and Reheating

Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also wrap each chicken thigh individually in some aluminum foil. To reheat, simply cook on a grill or stovetop over medium-high heat until warmed through. You can also reheat it in the microwave.

You can also freeze the chicken in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. First, arrange the chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet and place it in the freezer. Then, transfer them to a freezer bag. Thaw in the fridge overnight before cooking as desired.

💭 Tips and Variations

For extra flavor, add some fresh lime juice or lemon juice to the chicken.
Place the chicken directly on the grill grates to get nice charred marks.
You can use a gas grill, charcoal grill, or any type you have. If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a grill pan on the stove.
Don’t forget to let the chicken rest for a few minutes before cutting it. This allows the juices to redistribute and prevents them from running out when you cut into the meat.
Check the internal temperature of the chicken in the thickest part of the meat to ensure it’s done.
Some other herbs and spices that you could use to make a chicken thigh marinade include rosemary, thyme, oregano, and cumin.
Other flavors you may want to try include Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, fresh parsley, soy sauce, or even brown sugar.
If you want to make this recipe ahead of time, you can prepare the chicken spice rub or marinade and then store it in a Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 2 days. Then, just add the chicken when you’re ready to grill.
You could also cook the chicken ahead of time and then reheat it on the grill or stovetop before serving.

Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs ready to eat

🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?

This flavorful chicken can be served with various side dishes, such as a garden salad, roasted radishes, grilled vegetables, or cauliflower rice.

If you’re looking for an easy side dish to accompany this recipe, I recommend trying my roasted air fryer okra or Brussels sprouts. Both of these options are simple to make and go great with chicken.

For more low-carb options, you could try zoodles, butternut squash, or coleslaw. This chicken is also great in salads or low-carb wraps if you have leftovers.

You could also grill this chicken with steak or burgers, sausages, shrimp skewers, vegetable kabobs, scallops, or even crab legs or lobster tail for a delicious low-carb feast. Enjoy grilled chicken thighs with bbq sauce, buffalo sauce, or spicy mayo!

👩‍🍳 Frequently asked questions

How Do You Grill Chicken With Indirect Heat?

Grill the chicken until thoroughly cooked, flipping them once or twice over indirect medium heat with the lid closed. Depending on the cut of chicken, it can take up to 30 to 40 minutes to prepare it with indirect heat.

How Do You Keep Chicken Moist When Grilling?

If you are worried about your chicken drying out, you can use a brine solution made from 1/4 cup kosher salt dissolved in 4 cups of water. You only need 30 minutes to make the chicken thighs with brine, as they will soak up moisture and better withstand the grill’s heat without drying out.

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