Bobby Flay’s Chicken Thighs – Juicy, Bold & Perfectly Charred
Inspired by Bobby Flay’s bold grilling style, these juicy chicken thighs are coated in a smoky spice rub, grilled or roasted until crispy, and finished with a bright squeeze of lime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tsp smoked paprika
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1 ½ tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp brown sugar
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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Juice of 1 lime
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Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 425°F.
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Mix all spices in a small bowl.
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Pat chicken dry, coat with olive oil, and rub with spice mixture.
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Grill or roast chicken until internal temp reaches 175°F and skin is crisp (about 35–40 min).
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Rest for 5 minutes, then squeeze lime over the top and garnish with herbs.
Notes
For a sweet-heat twist, brush with a honey-lime glaze during the last 5 minutes of cooking.