• Remove all skin and fat from chicken thighs and put into a medium large bowl or dish.
• Combine rub ingredients from Paprika to Olive oil and slather all over chicken. Cover and refrigerate for minimum 3 hours and preferably overnight.
• Preheat the grill to medium high heat (350°F – 375°F).
• Grill chicken on each side for 5 minutes until the pieces turn golden and you can see visible grill marks. Keep the lid closed (but check for flareups).
• Flip pieces again and turn the heat down to medium low, about 300°F, for an additional 4-5 minutes or until the chicken has cooked through and the internal temp is 175°F. Large thighs may take even more time. (Yes...dark meat is actually better cooked a bit longer, the meat pulls from the bone easier!)
• Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Squeeze lemon all over chicken and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with sour cream or garlic aioli if desired.

How To Bake Chicken Thighs

• If you choose to bake your thighs, they will take 35 minutes in a pre-heated 350 degree oven or until internal temperature reaches 170° - 175° degrees.

To Make Garlic Aioli

• Put all ingredients into a small bowl and whisk together until well combined, transfer to a smaller bowl to serve.