Grilled Barbecue Chicken Thighs

Grilled Barbecue Chicken Thighs

This recipe for Barbecue Chicken Thighs combines a tangy sauce of ketchup, beer, and lemon juice with herbs and spices for a flavorful marinade. Baste the chicken on the grill for juicy, tender thighs with a smoky barbecue glaze.

Author: Real Life of Lulu

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Servings: 6 Servings

Calories: 530 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 2 cups - Ketchup
  • ½ cups - Beer
  • ¼ cups - Lemon Juice
  • ¼ cups - Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons - Onion
  • 1 clove - Garlic
  • 2 tablespoons - brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons - Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1 tbsp - White Vinegar
  • 1 tsp - Salt
  • 1 tsp - Pepper
  • 1 tsp - Mustard dry
  • 1 tsp - Basil
  • ½ tsp - Thyme
  • ½ tsp - Oregano
  • ½ tsp - Chili Powder
  • ¼ tsp - Ground Cayenne Pepper
  • 6 - Chicken Thighs

Instructions

  1. In a 2-quart saucepan (or larger) stir together all the ingredients except the chicken.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill and let it cook for a few minutes before basting with the sauce.
  4. Turn and baste frequently, including under the skin.
  5. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165℉ in the thickest part of the thigh.
  6. Use the extra barbecue sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Energy: 530 kcal | Total Fat: 34 g | Saturated: 8 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 147 mg | Total Carbs: 30 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugars: 23 g | Proteins: 26 g | Sodium: 1,464 mg | Polyunsaturated: 6 g | Monounsaturated: 17 g

©2026 OnlineCook LLC