Italian Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs
It’s time to fire up the grill and make these juicy, flavorful, and simple Italian marinated grilled chicken thighs. Made with a blend of Italian spices and olive oil, this recipe for marinated chicken thighs makes the perfect meal prep chicken for a week of healthy lunches or dinners.
While I love making a hearty, filling, and sometimes overly complicated dinner from time to time, during the fall I crave quick and simple recipes to keep my family fed.
If you also crave dinners that are fast and easy, these juicy Italian marinated grilled chicken thighs might just be the answer you are looking for.
With less than 5 minutes of prep and a simple marinade you can make the night before, this quick chicken thigh recipe is perfect for busy weekdays or meal prep weekends.
Why We Love These Marinated Chicken Thighs
Quick, delicious, and perfect for meal prep, there are a number of reasons to love these easy marinated chicken thighs.
- Quick to make. The marinade whips up in less than 5 minutes and with a cook time of less than 10 minutes, you’re looking at a total effort time of less than 15 minutes.
- Full of flavor. These chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful and pair with just about anything.
- Great for meal prep. Marinate the chicken thighs the night before or whip up this whole recipe in advance for a great meal prep recipe.
How to Make Italian Chicken Thighs
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken Thighs– Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work best for this recipe.
- Olive Oil– Use your favorite olive oil for the marinade.
- Seasoning– A blend of Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder season these chicken thighs.
Step-by-Step Directions for
- Make marinade: In a glass storage container whisk together olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Marinate the chicken: Place chicken thighs in the marinade cover and let sit for at least 30 minutes. (Pop the container in the refrigerator if you plan to marinate longer than 30 minutes).
- Preheat grill: Heat the grill to 350-400°F
- Grill: Place the chicken thighs on the grill, evenly spaced out. Decrease the heat/flame to medium.
- Cook: Close the lid and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip: After 5 minutes flip the chicken thighs and move the thighs from the back of the grill to the front of the grill.
- Cook for 4 minutes.
- Check temperature: After 4 minutes, check the internal temperature to see that they are roughly 165°F.
- You will also want to check to make sure the inside of the chicken thigh is fully cooked, and place any pieces back on the grill that need to cook the inside a little longer.
- Rest chicken: Let the chicken rest about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
When you are ready to whip up these simple grilled chicken thighs here are a few kitchen tools you might find helpful to get the job done.
- Meat Thermometer– Used to check the internal temperature of the chicken thighs.
- Glass Storage Containers– For keeping the grilled chicken thighs or for marinating the chicken before grilling.
- Grill Tongs– Used to flip the chicken thighs on the grill.
Serving Suggestions
I love making these juicy chicken thighs for a meal prep recipe and pairing them with a hearty side. Some simple side dishes you can make to go with these grilled chicken thighs include:
Storing and Reheating Tips
Whether you are planning to make this grilled chicken recipe for dinner or for a week or meal prep, here are a few tips for storing and re-heating them.
- Storing– Place the grilled chicken thighs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating– Reheat the chicken in the microwave in 30 second intervals until reheated to you desired temperature.
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Italian Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs
Italian Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs make a juicy and flavorful addition to your lunch or dinner routine. Simple and dairy-free, these marinated chicken thighs are the perfect addition to your meal plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken Thighs
- ¼ cup Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
Instructions
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In a glass storage container whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, ½ teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
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Place chicken thighs in the marinade cover and let sit for at least 30 minutes. (Pop the container in the refrigerator if you plan to marinate longer than 30 minutes).
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Heat the grill to 350-400°F.
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Place the chicken thighs on the grill, evenly spaced out. Decrease the heat/flame to medium.Close the lid and cook for 5 minutes.
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After 5 minutes flip the chicken thighs and move the thighs from the back of the grill to the front of the grill. Cook for 4 minutes.
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After 4 minutes, check the internal temperature to see that they are roughly 165°F.
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You will also want to check to make sure the inside of the chicken thigh is fully cooked, and place any pieces back on the grill that need to cook the inside a little longer.
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Let the chicken rest about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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