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Quick Juicy Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe Perfect for Easy 25-Minute Dinners

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This quick grilled chicken thighs recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with crispy skin in just 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary (a few sprigs)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the quick brine: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups (480 ml) cold water with 1 tablespoon kosher salt and 1 teaspoon sugar. Stir until dissolved.
  2. Brine the chicken: Submerge the chicken thighs in the brine and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (about 400°F / 200°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
  4. Dry and season: Remove chicken from brine, pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Rub olive oil over the skin side and sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and additional salt if needed.
  5. Grill skin-side down: Place the thighs on the hot grill, skin-side down. Close the lid and cook for 6-8 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Move chicken to a cooler spot if flare-ups occur.
  6. Flip and cook: Turn the chicken over and grill for another 8-10 minutes with the lid closed, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Rest before serving: Remove chicken from grill and let rest 5 minutes to redistribute juices.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry before grilling helps achieve crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Keep the grill lid closed as much as possible to maintain heat. Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy. For extra crispiness, sear skin 1-2 minutes on direct heat at the end.

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