Description
This recipe features juicy, flavorful grilled chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of beer, BBQ dry rub, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and coarse salt. Perfectly grilled to achieve a smoky crust and tender interior, these chicken thighs are ideal for a delicious and easy main course.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 8 - 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, combine the beer, BBQ dry rub, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and coarse salt. Stir thoroughly to mix all ingredients well.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade bowl. Cover it and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse the meat.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat, preparing it for cooking the chicken evenly.
- Remove and dry chicken: Take the chicken thighs out of the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear on the grill.
- Grill the chicken: Place the chicken thighs on the preheated grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F, indicating they are fully cooked through.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry before grilling helps achieve a crispy exterior.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165˚F.
- You can substitute the beer with a non-alcoholic malt beverage if desired.
- Marinating longer than 1 hour, up to 4 hours, can enhance flavor even more.
- If you don’t have a grill, chicken thighs can also be cooked under a broiler or on a stovetop grill pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
