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Grilled Barbecue Chicken Thighs

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Ingredients

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Grilled Barbecue Chicken Thighs

2 cups Ketchup

½ cups Beer

¼ cups Lemon Juice

¼ cups Olive Oil

2 tablespoons Onionminced

1 clove Garlicminced

2 tablespoons Brown Sugar

2 tablespoons Teriyaki Sauce

1 tbsp White Vinegar

1 tsp Salt

1 tsp Pepper

1 tsp Mustard dry

1 tsp Basilcrumbled

½ tsp Thymecrumbled

½ tsp Oreganocrumbled

½ tsp Chili Powder

¼ tsp Ground Cayenne Pepper

6 Chicken Thighsbone-in with skin

Instructions

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Instructions

In a 2-quart saucepan (or larger) stir together all the ingredients except the chicken.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Place the chicken on the grill and let it cook for a few minutes before basting with the sauce.

Turn and baste frequently, including under the skin.

Cook until internal temperature reaches 165℉ in the thickest part of the thigh.

Use the extra barbecue sauce for dipping.

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Marinade Timing for Maximum Flavor 🍖
Marinate chicken thighs for at least 4-6 hours (or overnight) to allow the acidic components like vinegar and lemon juice to penetrate the meat and tenderize it deeply.
Pat Dry Before Grilling 💧
Remove chicken from marinade and pat completely dry with paper towels—this ensures better browning and caramelization of the BBQ sauce on the grill.
Two-Zone Grilling Method 🔥
Create a hot zone and cool zone on your grill; sear thighs on high heat for color, then move to medium-low to cook through without burning the sauce and spices.
Baste Strategic Timing ⏰
Add your BBQ sauce only in the final 5-7 minutes of cooking to prevent the sugars in ketchup and brown sugar from charring; apply multiple thin coats for better glaze buildup.
Internal Temperature Precision 🌡️
Chicken thighs are perfectly cooked at 165°F internal temperature measured at the thickest part away from bone—they remain juicier and more forgiving than breasts.

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