Grilled Chicken Thighs with Onions

Teresa Ambra

You'll be captivated by this sumptuous Grilled Chicken Thighs with Onions entree. Vidalia Onions are sautéed until almost caramelized and spread over top of the deliciously seasoned Grilled Chicken Thighs. It's the perfect dish for weeknight suppers or for company dinners. This mouthwatering chicken dish is healthy, low calorie and gluten free.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Chicken, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 218 kcal

Equipment

1 gas grill or charcoal or electric grill
1 plate
1 large skillet
1 sharp knife to slice onions and mince garlic
1 cutting board
measuring spoons

Ingredients

4 medium Vidalia onions or sweet onions
1 tsp. garlic finely minced
1 tsp. sea salt
3/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. salted butter
10 medium chicken thighs
1 tsp. garlic salt or as desired
1 tsp. paprika or as desired
1 tsp. Italian seasoning or as desired

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onions, garlic and salt and pepper in oil and butter mixture.
Cook and stir frequently about 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown.
Meanwhile, season chicken thighs with garlic salt, paprika and Italian seasoning.
Grill chicken thighs on gas grill over medium heat until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165º.
(Approximately 10-12 minutes per side for medium heat).
Remove chicken thighs to a serving platter.
Garnish with sauteed onions.
Serve.

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 23gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 503mgPotassium: 459mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 319IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg

Keyword chicken thighs, gluten free, healthy, low calorie, main dish, vidalia onions

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