Step 1

Preheat grill to medium-high 400 degrees F.

Step 2

Trim any chunky fat off the thighs if you wish

Step 3

Pat chicken dry with paper towel

Step 4

Oil the grill grates

Step 5

Sprinkle salt and pepper on chicken

Step 6

Place thighs skin side up on the grill for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Flip and continue grilling and flipping every 5 minutes for about 30 to 35 minutes or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 185 degrees F.

Step 8

To get a char, apply your favorite BBQ sauce at the 20-25 minute mark, flip and apply more as you wish.