Classic Barbecue Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce

Method

1. Preheat grill for two-zone cooking (direct medium heat and an indirect zone).
2. Pat chicken dry, coat with olive oil, and season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Place chicken skin-side down over direct heat for 5 minutes to crisp, then move to the indirect side.
4. Cover and cook 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until 160°F internal.
5. Brush generously with barbecue sauce and flash-grill over direct heat 1-2 minutes per side to caramelize. Finish at 165°F.