Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tsp hot sauce

Instructions:

  1. Combine apple cider vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large Ziploc bag or glass bowl.
  2. Add the chicken to the marinade, massage the liquid into the meat to ensure full coverage, seal and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  3. Preheat the outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place on the hottest part of the grill.
  5. Sear for 5–7 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms.
  6. Mix BBQ sauce, melted butter, and hot sauce to create the final glaze.
  7. Move chicken to the cooler side of the grill (indirect heat) and generously coat with the BBQ glaze using a basting brush.
  8. Close the lid and cook for 5–10 minutes, brushing once more halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).