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+I love your **Perfect BBQ Chicken Thighs** recipe—it’s got all the hallmarks of great technique (dry brining, two-zone grilling, and a balanced rub). Based on your baseline, here are **5 more flavor-packed chicken thigh recipes** that use similar methods but branch out into global flavors, bold spices, and alternative cooking styles.  
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+
+### **1. Crispy Honey-Sriracha Glazed Thighs**  
+**Why you’ll love it:** Sticky, sweet-heat glaze with ultra-crispy skin (oven or grill).  
+
+#### **Ingredients**  
+- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on thighs  
+- 1 tbsp kosher salt (dry brine)  
+- 1 tbsp neutral oil  
+- **Glaze:** 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp grated ginger  
+
+#### **Method**  
+1. Dry brine thighs (30 min–24 hrs).  
+2. Sear skin-side down on grill or skillet until crispy.  
+3. Move to indirect heat (or 375°F oven), cook to 175°F.  
+4. Brush glaze on in last 10 mins, broil/grill to caramelize.  
+
+**Serve with:** Lime wedges, sesame seeds, cilantro.  
+
+---  
+
+### **2. Garlic Butter Herb Thighs (French Bistro Style)**  
+**Why you’ll love it:** Rich, aromatic, and restaurant-worthy with minimal effort.  
+
+#### **Ingredients**  
+- 4–6 thighs (bone-in, skin-on)  
+- 1 tbsp kosher salt  
+- 3 tbsp butter, melted  
+- 4 garlic cloves, minced  
+- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)  
+- 1 tsp lemon zest  
+
+#### **Method**  
+1. Dry brine thighs.  
+2. Sear skin-down in cast iron, flip, then add butter, garlic, and herbs to the pan.  
+3. Baste thighs with butter, transfer to 375°F oven to finish (15–20 mins).  
+
+**Pro Tip:** Deglaze pan with white wine for a pan sauce.  
+
+---  
+
+### **3. Jerk Chicken Thighs (Caribbean-Inspired)**  
+**Why you’ll love it:** Fiery, fragrant, and smoky—like a tropical vacation.  
+
+#### **Ingredients**  
+- 4–6 thighs  
+- **Marinade:** 3 scallions, 1 Scotch bonnet (or habanero), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tsp allspice, ½ tsp nutmeg, 3 garlic cloves, 1” ginger, 1 lime (juiced)  
+
+#### **Method**  
+1. Blend marinade, coat thighs, and marinate 4+ hrs (or overnight).  
+2. Grill over indirect heat (add wood chips for smoke) until 175°F.  
+3. Char briefly over direct heat for blackened edges.  
+
+**Serve with:** Mango salsa, coconut rice.  
+
+---  
+
+### **4. Crispy Za’atar Chicken Thighs (Middle Eastern)**  
+**Why you’ll love it:** Earthy, nutty, and tangy from sumac—perfect for sheet-pan dinners.  
+
+#### **Ingredients**  
+- 4–6 thighs  
+- 1 tbsp kosher salt  
+- 2 tbsp za’atar spice blend  
+- 1 tbsp olive oil  
+- 1 lemon, sliced  
+
+#### **Method**  
+1. Dry brine thighs, then coat with za’atar and oil.  
+2. Roast at 425°F skin-side up on a sheet pan (25–30 mins).  
+3. Add lemon slices to the pan last 10 mins.  
+
+**Pro Tip:** Serve with garlic yogurt and pita.  
+
+---  
+
+### **5. Korean Gochujang Glazed Thighs**  
+**Why you’ll love it:** Sweet, spicy, umami-rich, and deeply caramelized.  
+
+#### **Ingredients**  
+- 4–6 thighs  
+- **Marinade:** 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 grated garlic clove  
+
+#### **Method**  
+1. Marinate thighs 1+ hr (or dry brine + rub with gochujang mix).  
+2. Grill or broil, basting frequently, until sticky and charred.  
+
+**Garnish:** Toasted sesame seeds, scallions.  
+
+---  
+
+### **Bonus: Your BBQ Rub, But Global**  
+- **Mexican:** Swap BBQ rub for 1 tbsp chili powder + 1 tsp cumin + 1 tsp oregano.  
+- **Indian:** Use 1 tbsp garam masala + 1 tsp turmeric + ½ tsp cayenne.  
+- **Greek:** Replace with 1 tbsp dried oregano + 1 tsp lemon zest + 2 tsp garlic powder.  
+
+---  
+
+### **Final Tips**  
+- **Dry brine is key** for all these recipes—don’t skip it!  
+- **For extra crispiness**, air-dry thighs in the fridge overnight (uncovered on a rack).  
+- **Gas grill hack:** Use smoked spices (like smoked paprika or chipotle) to mimic charcoal flavor.  
+
+---
+
 # Chicken Thighs
 
 ### Dry Rub Chicken Thighs