Salt Grilled Chicken Thighs
Elevate your grilling game with these simple yet sensational Salt Grilled Chicken Thighs, a recipe that celebrates the bold, pure flavors of perfectly seasoned poultry. Featuring juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, this recipe requires just a sprinkle of coarse sea salt to highlight the natural richness of the meat. Grilled to golden perfection with crispy skin and tender, juicy insides, these chicken thighs are effortlessly delicious and take only 35 minutes from prep to plate. For an added kick, a dash of freshly ground black pepper and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice make for the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're planning a weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue, this easy salt-grilled chicken recipe is a surefire way to impress with minimal effort. Perfect for lovers of simple, wholesome, and flavor-packed meals, this dish will quickly become a staple in your grilling repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 teaspoons Coarse sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (optional, for greasing grill)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This ensures crispy skin when grilling.
Sprinkle the coarse sea salt evenly on both sides of the chicken thighs. If desired, lightly season with freshly ground black pepper.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F). If using a grill grate, lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken thighs on the grill skin-side down. Close the lid and cook for 7-8 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Flip the chicken thighs and lower the heat to medium. Continue cooking for an additional 15-17 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove the chicken thighs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain their juices.
Serve the salt grilled chicken thighs with optional lemon wedges on the side for a bright, zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.5 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1041 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.0 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 224 mg | 5% | |
*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.
