Grilled chicken thighs on a charcoal grill are not hard to make if you follow my step-by-step instructions you end up with great-tasting, moist chicken thighs. I have cooked many chicken thighs on my old charcoal grill and here I will share all my tips and the recipes I have used for many years.

Key Takeaway:

• Preheat your charcoal grill to 350°F (176°C)
• Season your chicken thighs.
• Grill them indirect
• Check internal temperature till 175°F(79°C)
• Finish over a hot fire.

Use this tested and proven seasoning.

• 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1 tsp Onion powder.

Use Indirect grilling

This is something I learned the hard way! Indirect grilling is a must for chicken thighs. If you don't know what indirect grilling is here is a short explanation. Indirect grilling keeps the heat (charcoal) on one side of the grill and the chicken thighs on the opposite side.

Check The Internal Temperature

There is nothing good about overcooked dried-out chicken thighs. For that reason, it is very important to keep an eye on the internal temperature. I grill my BBQ chicken thighs to around 175°F(79°C) and after that give them a quick sear over the hot coals.

How Long To Cook Chicken Thighs On Charcoal Grill

This is always the first question I get and the answer is simple. I will take about 30 - 40 minutes to grill chicken thighs on a charcoal grill when the grill temperature is at 350°F (176°C) If you follow these steps you can basically not go wrong. I still suggest you to keep experimenting with new flavors and develop your own rubs. Eddie van Aken (The Grilling Dutchman)