Description
Juicy and tender chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory soy-lemon marinade, then grilled to perfection. Quick, flavorful, and perfect for any cookout!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using) to make the marinade.
- Add chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Grill chicken thighs, turning every 5 minutes, for 20–25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is nicely charred.
- Remove from grill and let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
- For crispier skin, finish over direct heat for the last 2–3 minutes.
- Pairs well with grilled vegetables or a simple green salad.
- Can also be baked at 400°F for 35–40 minutes if you don’t have a grill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
