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Bold, and Crispy Blackstone Chicken Thighs Recipe

Blackstone chicken thighs recipe

You got your Blackstone griddle for a while and tried to make something delicious with chicken thighs. But you have ended up with boring chicken that is bland, dry, and just doesn’t hit the spot. If this is the case, you are not alone. Every new chef has this problem. But today, this blackstone chicken thighs recipe is exactly what you need.

Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these thighs are made right on your flat-top Blackstone griddle. So, no oven, no stress, just flavor.

Also, don’t worry about the large lists of ingredients that will never come in use again in the future. In this recipe, I have used 4 main simple ingredients to make this recipe that are needed for almost all of the foods you make. So, no waste! Also, if you want to make it right now, then you might be able to because most of the time, if you look really well, these ingredients are somewhere in your kitchen.

Plus, you don’t need to follow super complex steps to make it, but still, it will deliver your wish. Whether you are craving a delicious meal for a busy weeknight or a simple family dinner, this recipe will fulfill! So, without any further ado, let’s get started! Don’t miss the last part, I have mentioned some pro tips that can uplift the flavor, the taste, and overall quality of this recipe. So, keep on reading.

Ingredients

Here are all the ingredients that you’ll need to grab before making this recipe:

  1. 4 Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  2. Kosher salt and coarse black pepper
  3. Red pepper flakes (optional)
  4. Famous Dave’s rib rub or any of your favorite seasonings
  5. Cooking oil: Don’t use extra virgin olive oil. You can use anything but not this one.

Once you have all of these things, let’s move on to the next part.

Instructions

Here’s how you can make this super-delicious blackstone chicken thighs recipe:

  1. First, pat the chicken thighs with a paper towel, making sure that the skin is as dry as possible.
  2. Then season it with kosher salt and coarse black pepper to taste. Keep them uncovered in a container and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours. We are dry-brining the thighs just to make sure that the seasonings get well-absorbed into the chicken. But if you don’t want to spend so much time, then you can skip this part. But if you’ve got about 1 hour extra, then marinate it for 1 hour in the fridge with oil, garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings if you’re skipping the brine. But doing brine for 12 to 24 hours will always give you an advantage.
  3. After dry brining, lightly brush on some oil on both sides and season with the Famous Dave’s Rub and red pepper flakes. The red pepper flakes at this stage are completely optional. If you don’t like heat, then you can simply move on to the next step.
  4. Now, preheat the Blackstone on medium-high heat for 10 minutes and then reduce the heat to medium to get the surface temperature around 350°F.
  5. When the whole blackstone griddle is pre-heated, add about 2 tablespoons of oil and spread around, and let it heat for 1 or 2 minutes as well. Now, add the thigh skin side down to the griddle to achieve a good sear and color.
  6. Now, cook until the skin side is properly seared, most probably for 10 minutes. Then, flip it and sprinkle a little bit of water around the thighs, and then cover it with a dome or anything you want.
  7. In this situation, cook for about 20 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature is 165°F. This is the safest temperature for chicken thighs for human consumption. Anything below it is considered unhealthy.
  8. At last, rest the chicken thighs on a warming rack for about 10 minutes, and that’s it. That’s how you can make this superb recipe.

So, now you know almost everything. Below, there are some PRO tips that I personally think will take your dish to the next level.

Tips for Cooking

Here are some pro tips that I think will change the whole quality of this dish if followed properly:

  1. Use a garlic and herb compound butter (finishing touch): When you are done cooking and have just taken off the whole dish, just rub or brush the cooked thighs with a mix of softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and lemon zest. What it does is it adds insane richness and fresh flavor. This melts over the chicken as it rests and makes the taste unforgettable.
  2. Use a meat thermometer: Why guess the temp when you have an option available? Always use a meat thermometer so that you know you don’t overcook or undercook the chicken. When you have a meat thermometer, just put it inside the chicken thighs to just above the bones to check if the temperature is above 165°F, and if not, then you need to cook more.
  3. Flatten thighs slightly for even cooking: This is a kind of golden nugget that will not only increase the quality of this recipe but also all the chicken recipes you cook in the future. See, we all know that chicken thighs are uneven. So, to increase surface contact, when you add them to the griddle or pan (for another recipe), just press them a little bit. This will help them to cook evenly and sear better.
  4. Add a splash of acid before serving: When you are done cooking and ready to serve, just add a small squeeze of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. Just a small portion of these things can cut the fat and brighten the flavour.
  5. Rest on a cooling rack instead of a plate: When you are to rest the cooked chicken thighs, always do it on a cooling rack instead of just a plate. Because when you rest them directly on a plate, it can make the bottom soggy. But when you do it in a cooling rack over a tray, air circulates all over, and the chicken gets cooled properly.

Recipe Card

Blackstone Chicken Thighs Recipe

Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 30 minutesRest time: 10 minutesTotal time: 50 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:300 kcal

Description

Crispy skin, juicy thighs, tender meat with zero hassle – This blackstone chicken thighs recipe fulfills all!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. First, pat the chicken thighs with a paper towel, making sure that the skin is as dry as possible.
  2. Then season it with kosher salt and coarse black pepper to taste. Keep them uncovered in a container and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours. We are dry-brining the thighs just to make sure that the seasonings get well-absorbed into the chicken. But if you don’t want to spend so much time, then you can skip this part. But if you’ve got about 1 hour extra, then marinate it for 1 hour in the fridge with oil, garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings if you’re skipping the brine. But doing brine for 12 to 24 hours will always give you an advantage.
  3. After dry brining, lightly brush on some oil on both sides and season with the Famous Dave’s Rub and red pepper flakes. The red pepper flakes at this stage are completely optional. If you don’t like heat, then you can simply move on to the next step.
  4. Now, preheat the Blackstone on medium-high heat for 10 minutes and then reduce the heat to medium to get the surface temperature around 350°F.
  5. When the whole blackstone griddle is pre-heated, add about 2 tablespoons of oil and spread around, and let it heat for 1 or 2 minutes as well. Now, add the thigh skin side down to the griddle to achieve a good sear and color.
  6. Now, cook until the skin side is properly seared, most probably for 10 minutes. Then, flip it and sprinkle a little bit of water around the thighs, and then cover it with a dome or anything you want.
  7. In this situation, cook for about 20 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature is 165°F. This is the safest temperature for chicken thighs for human consumption. Anything below it is considered unhealthy.
  8. At last, rest the chicken thighs on a warming rack for about 10 minutes, and that’s it. That’s how you can make this superb recipe.
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Other Chicken Recipes You Might Like

I am not sure if you need any more recipes after it, but here are a few grilled chicken thigh recipes:

  1. Ninja woodfire grilled chicken thighs recipe
  2. Smoked chicken thigh recipe

If you want some other delicious seared chicken thigh recipes, then you can check out my boneless chicken thigh recipe for kids, chicken thigh ranch recipe, and frozen chicken thighs recipe.

Conclusion

So, that’s all about this easy recipe. If you have tried it, then please let me know how it was. And also, if you want to give me some suggestions, please let me know. I would love to hear from you in the comments section.

For today, thanks for reading and happy cooking!

AboutPratima

Passionate home cook and mom of 1 kid. I started The Traditional Food Recipes in 2022. I personally love cooking and trying new recipes each and every week. And among them, the ones I like the most, I share them on this blog!

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