Perfect Grilled Chicken Thighs (Edit recipe)

So do you want to make the most delicious paleo grilled chicken thighs? If you have chicken thighs around and aren’t sure how to prepare them, then you are in the right place. Follow this recipe to learn exactly what you’ll need to marinate your chicken to perfection, giving it that juicy, flavorful taste.

5 minutes

12 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	268
Fat:	16 g
Carbohydrates:	1 g
Protein:	29 g
Cholesterol:	0 g
Sodium:	767 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	0 g
Calculated for total recipe.

by What Great Grandma Ate

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Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

2 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thigh, (about 6-8 chicken thighs)
1/4 cup Avocado Oil, (or olive oil)
2 Tbsp Lemon Juice, (or juice from 1 lemon)
2 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
6 cloves Garlic
2 tsp Sea Salt
1/2 tsp Ground Fresh Black Peppercorns
Parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

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Process

Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or a glass container.
Add the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and mix together to make the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs and massage to coat.
Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Preheat grill to medium high.
Grill the chicken thighs for 4-6 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if using. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store your perfect grilled chicken thighs in a food storage container. You can use a glass container with an airtight lid. Be sure to put the thighs in the fridge. The chicken will stay fresh in the fridge for up to four days. You can also freeze your chicken for up to three months to save it for later.