Perfectly Grilled Chicken

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat
• 1 Tbsp canola oil
• kosher salt
• freshly ground black pepper

Heat your grill to high.

Place the chicken between 2 pieces of plastic wrap and, using a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy saute pan, pound the chicken lightly to an even 1/2-inch thickness.

Brush the chicken on both sides with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the chicken on the grill and cook until golden brown and slightly charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip the chicken over and continue grilling until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes longer.

Remove from the grill, tent with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.