The Best Tailgate Chicken Thighs
- Preparation Time: 2 h
- Cooking Time: 40 min
- Total Time: 2 h 40 min
Ingredients
- 2 lb - bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- ¼ cup - El Yucateco Black Label Reserve Hot Sauce
- ¼ cup - soy sauce
- 2 tbsp - honey
- 1 tbsp - lime juice
- 1 tbsp - olive oil
- 1 tbsp - smoked paprika
- 1 tsp - garlic powder
- 1 tsp - onion powder
- ½ tsp - cumin
- ½ tsp - ground black pepper
Preparation
- In a large bowl or zip-top bag, mix the hot sauce, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, olive oil, and spices. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Let them marinate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill for two-zone cooking: one side set to high heat and the other to low heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Sear the chicken over high heat for 1 minutes per side to develop char. Move the thighs to the low heat section of your grill and close the lid. Cook until the internal temperature or the meat reaches 180°F.
Note: While chicken is safe to eat at 165°F, chicken thighs benefit from a higher internal temperature (170°F–190°F) to allow for a better collagen breakdown, resulting in a tender and juicy texture. - Remove from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve with extra El Yucateco Black Label Reserve Hot Sauce if desired.