Italian Grilled Chicken Thighs

These Italian grilled chicken thighs are marinated with lemon, garlic, olive oil, and Italian herbs, then grilled until lightly charred and juicy. They need only 10 minutes of cooking after marinating.

Recipe Developer-Estefania

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 6

2 5

Total Time 2 16

Ingredients

For the Chicken

▢ 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs

For the Italian Marinade

Instructions

Add 50 ml fresh lemon juice, 50 ml extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic , minced, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp dried rosemary, ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper to a large bowl. Whisk until well combined.
Add 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs and turn them until evenly coated in the Italian marinade.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
Preheat an indoor electric grill according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for approximately 5-6 minutes, or until lightly charred and the thickest part reaches 165°F / 74°C.
Transfer the grilled chicken thighs to a clean plate and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Marinating Time: I find that 2 to 8 hours gives the chicken plenty of flavour without leaving it in the lemon marinade overnight.

Check the Temperature: Cooking times can vary depending on the thickness of the thighs and the type of grill. Check the thickest piece with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F / 74°C.

Alternative Grills: You can prepare the chicken on an outdoor grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Watch it closely because the cooking time may vary.

Discard the Marinade: Always discard any marinade that has been in contact with the raw chicken. Do not use it as a serving sauce.

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