It's Almost Summer Bbq Chicken with Salsa

Get a taste of summer with this mouthwatering "It's Almost Summer BBQ Chicken with Salsa" recipe—a grilled sensation that balances smoky, caramelized chicken with a fresh, zesty salsa. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are rubbed with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and olive oil before being grilled to golden perfection and generously basted with your favorite BBQ sauce. Complementing the savory chicken is a vibrant homemade salsa made with ripe Roma tomatoes, crisp red onion, spicy jalapeño, fragrant cilantro, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Perfect for sunny backyard gatherings or a midweek dinner with flair, this quick and easy dish is ready in just under an hour and serves up bold flavors in every bite. Serve it with a side of grilled veggies or warm tortillas for a truly irresistible meal that celebrates the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 piece Jalapeño pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for salsa)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for salsa)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).

Step 2

Prepare the chicken by patting the pieces dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.

Step 4

Place the chicken on the grill, skin side down. Cook for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes on the other side.

Step 5

Brush a generous coating of BBQ sauce over the chicken. Continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes, flipping and basting with more BBQ sauce every 2-3 minutes, until the internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 6

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salsa. Dice the Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño. If you prefer milder salsa, remove the seeds and membrane from the jalapeño before dicing.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving platter and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Serve the BBQ chicken hot, topped with a generous spoonful of salsa or with the salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1608.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2550.6

Total Fat 168.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 4950.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 71.0g
Protein 173.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 331.4mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3135.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.5%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 14.7%