Description
Try this juicy Blackstone chicken recipe—perfect for family dinners. Crispy, flavorful, and easy to make on a griddle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone‑in, skin‑on chicken thighs (about 2 lb total)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken. Pat the thighs dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for a crisp skin.
- Season. In a large bowl, combine salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, and lemon juice. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and toss to coat. Then sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of each thigh. Let rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat the griddle. Place your Blackstone griddle on medium‑high heat. Add a splash of olive oil and swirl to coat the surface.
- Cook the chicken. Lay the thighs skin side down. You should hear a satisfying sizzle. Cook for 6–7 minutes until the skin is golden and releases easily from the griddle. Flip and cook the other side for another 6–7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
- Rest. Transfer the cooked thighs to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute.
- Serve. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the griddle; cook in batches if necessary.
- Use a thermometer to ensure doneness without overcooking.
- For extra crispness, sprinkle a little extra salt on the skin right before flipping.
- Keep the heat steady—too high and the skin burns before the meat cooks.
- If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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