Melt in Your Mouth Barbecued Chicken
Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with "Melt in Your Mouth Barbecued Chicken," a recipe that delivers tender, flavorful chicken thighs with a caramelized, smoky finish. Perfectly seasoned with a bold blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, the marinade combines sweet honey, tangy apple cider vinegar, and savory soy sauce to infuse every bite with irresistible flavor. Grilled to golden perfection and basted with barbecue sauce for a glossy, sticky glaze, this chicken is guaranteed to impress at your next cookout or family dinner. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it's an easy yet unforgettable recipe that pairs beautifully with classic summer sides like coleslaw, grilled corn, or potato salad. Enjoy juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken that’s perfect for backyard barbecues or casual weeknight meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or for up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Reserve the leftover marinade for basting.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy.
Flip the chicken and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue cooking the chicken for another 30-40 minutes, basting occasionally with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
If desired, brush the chicken with a final layer of barbecue sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking for an extra glossy finish.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.9 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.6 g | 243% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 6484 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.7 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.1 g | ||
| Protein | 167.1 g | 334% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2842 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
