Can I use boneless chicken thighs instead of bone-in?

Yes, boneless thighs work well with this marinade. They cook a bit faster, so start checking the internal temperature a few minutes earlier than the time range listed. Bone-in thighs stay juicier overall and are more forgiving on the grill, so they are still the preferred option.

My chicken skin is not getting crispy. What went wrong?

A few things can cause this: the grill was not fully preheated, the grates were not greased well, or the chicken was moved or flipped too early. Let the skin-side cook completely undisturbed for the full 6 to 10 minutes. Resist the urge to lift or check it.

Can I make the marinade ahead of time?

Absolutely. Mix the marinade up to 24 hours ahead and store it in a sealed jar in the refrigerator. Add the chicken when you are ready to marinate, 30 to 60 minutes before grilling.

Juicy Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs With Bold Sweet and Savory Flavor

Name: Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 52 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; Fresh minced parsley, optional for garnish; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons); 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Juicy, crispy-skinned bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a bold sweet and savory blend of lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and warm herbs, then grilled to perfection.

Author: Sarah Mae Carter
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 52 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Grill
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Fresh minced parsley, optional for garnish
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Place the 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs into a large gallon-sized zip-top bag. Add olive oil, lemon juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, dried basil, cumin, rosemary, thyme, and black pepper. Seal and slosh until all sides of the chicken are thoroughly coated.
Let marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Do not marinate longer than 1 hour as the lemon juice can begin to break down the meat texture.
Remove chicken from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (350 to 400 degrees F) and grease the grates well.
Place marinated chicken thighs skin-side down on the greased grill. Cook 6 to 10 minutes per side depending on thickness (12 to 20 minutes total) until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Insert thermometer into the thickest part without touching the bone.
Remove from grill, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Temperature will rise to 170 to 175 degrees F during resting. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Bone-in skin-on thighs are strongly preferred. The bone keeps the meat moist and reduces the risk of drying out. Boneless thighs can be substituted but will cook slightly faster.
Remove chicken at 165 degrees F and allow to rest. Dark meat reaches peak tenderness at 170 to 175 degrees F naturally during resting.
No grill? Bake at 425 degrees F for 35 minutes until the skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat for best results.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bone-in chicken thigh
Calories: 447 kcal
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 386 mg
Fat: 35 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
Trans Fat: 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fiber: 0.4 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 142 mg

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