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Crunchy Grilled Chicken Thighs and Corn With Lime-Basil Butter

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this dish combines succulent chicken thighs with grilled corn and a zesty lime-basil butter, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Grilled
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skin-on) For optimal crispiness
  • 4 ears Corn on the Cob
  • 2 limes Lime (juiced, plus zest from one)
  • ¼ cup Basil (fresh, finely chopped)
  • ½ cup Butter (softened) 1 stick
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, lime juice, lime zest, chopped basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Set aside a couple of tablespoons of the lime-basil butter for the corn later.
Marinating the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish and coat them with the remaining lime-basil butter.
  2. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes (30 minutes is better if you have the time).
Grilling the Corn
  1. Husk the corn and clean off the silk.
  2. Heat your grill to medium-high.
  3. Grill the corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning frequently until charred and tender.
  4. Spread a little of the reserved lime-basil butter on top for extra flavor.
Grilling the Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill.
  3. Grill for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature hits 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
Serving
  1. Plate the grilled chicken thighs with the grilled corn.
  2. Drizzle any remaining lime-basil butter over the dish and garnish with extra fresh basil if desired.

Notes

If you don't have fresh basil, feel free to substitute with mint or parsley. Allow your chicken to rest for 5 minutes after grilling to ensure maximum tenderness. Avoid pressing down on the chicken with a spatula while grilling, as this can cause the juices to escape.