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Aztec Gold Fire-Grilled Chicken Thighs
Bold. Earthy. Legendary. These fire-grilled chicken thighs get a rich, smoky kick from HellBound Sauces' Aztec Gold Rub—a deep blend of chili peppers, cumin, roasted garlic, and citrusy lime crystals. A nod to ancient Mesoamerican flavors, this easy BBQ recipe is perfect for weeknight grilling or weekend feasts.
Prep + Cook Time
2-4 hours (includes marinating)
Servings
4-6
Difficulty
Easy
Featured Product
Aztec Gold Rub
Ingredients
- •2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- •1/4 cup HellBound Sauces Aztec Gold Rub
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •Juice of 1 lime
- •1 tbsp honey (optional for caramelization)
- •Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- •Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1
Prep the Chicken
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, toss them with olive oil, lime juice, and Aztec Gold Rub until fully coated.
- For extra flavor, marinate 2–4 hours (or overnight).
2
Grill Time
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Grill chicken thighs skin-side down for 5–6 minutes until crispy and charred.
- Flip and cook for another 6–8 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3
Caramelize (Optional)
- For a touch of sweet heat, brush with honey during the last 2 minutes of grilling.
4
Serve
- Remove from heat, rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
- Pairs perfectly with grilled corn, black beans, or a spicy slaw.