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Flavorful Grilled Chicken Thighs with Easy Tangy Alabama White Sauce

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs paired with a creamy, tangy Alabama white sauce that balances smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors. Perfect for quick summer BBQs and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons 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
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil all over, then sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly on both sides. Let them sit while you make the sauce.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, horseradish, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350–375°F). Clean and oil the grates to avoid sticking. If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered in white ash.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 7 minutes without moving to develop sear and grill marks. Flip and cook another 7-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Brush some Alabama white sauce on the chicken during the last 3 minutes if desired.
  5. Remove chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with generous dollops of Alabama white sauce on top or on the side for dipping.

Notes

Dry chicken skin thoroughly before seasoning for crispiness. Use medium heat to avoid charring. If no meat thermometer, check doneness by pressing the thickest part of the thigh; it should feel firm but spring back. Sauce can be made ahead but stir before serving. For extra crunch, coat chicken lightly with almond flour before grilling. Boneless thighs cook faster (5-6 minutes per side).

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Keywords: grilled chicken thighs, Alabama white sauce, BBQ chicken, tangy sauce, summer grilling, easy chicken recipe, Southern BBQ

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