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Flavorful Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe with Tangy Alabama White BBQ Sauce

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs paired with a creamy, tangy Alabama white BBQ sauce that delivers a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and zesty flavors. Quick and easy, this recipe is ideal for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (Duke’s or Hellmann’s preferred)
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: a pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub chicken with olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice mix on both sides.
  4. Let chicken rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, horseradish, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–400°F / 190–200°C). Clean and oil grates.
  7. Place chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook 7-10 minutes without moving to crisp skin and develop grill marks.
  8. Flip chicken, reduce heat slightly if needed, and cook another 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Serve chicken slathered with Alabama white BBQ sauce or with sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Keep chicken skin dry before grilling for crispy skin. Flip chicken only once to keep skin intact. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). If flare-ups occur, move chicken to a cooler spot on the grill. Sauce flavors deepen after resting in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. For a lighter sauce, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or dairy-free mayo. Fresh herbs like parsley or dill can be added to the sauce for brightness.

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