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Savory Summer BBQ Party Food

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A quick and easy savory summer BBQ recipe featuring smoky marinated grilled chicken thighs paired with a fresh mango slaw and a creamy chipotle dipping sauce, perfect for flavor-packed gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, trimmed and patted dry
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 large ripe mango, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (for slaw)
  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • Salt to taste (for slaw)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tsp honey (for dipping sauce)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (for dipping sauce)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for dipping sauce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by combining smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add olive oil and fresh lime juice and whisk until smooth.
  2. Place chicken thighs in the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. While the chicken marinates, make the mango slaw by tossing shredded cabbage, mango slices, red bell pepper, cilantro, and jalapeño in a bowl. Whisk together lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt, then pour over the slaw. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced chipotle, honey, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  6. Grill the marinated chicken thighs about 6-8 minutes per side until nicely charred and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Avoid flipping more than once per side.
  7. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes loosely covered with foil.
  8. Serve grilled chicken alongside mango slaw with chipotle dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F for safety and juiciness. Let chicken rest after grilling to keep it tender. If no grill is available, a grill pan or broiler can be used but expect less smoky flavor. Frozen mango can be substituted if fresh is unavailable, but drain excess liquid to keep slaw crisp. For dairy-free option, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt in the dipping sauce.

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Keywords: BBQ, grilled chicken, summer recipe, mango slaw, dipping sauce, party food, easy BBQ, smoky chicken

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