Description
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet, tangy, and spicy glaze, grilled to perfection with caramelized edges and smoky flavor. A true crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat grill to medium-high, setting up both direct and indirect heat zones.
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk honey, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, brown sugar, chili flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or dish and pour marinade over. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Cook to Perfection: Grill chicken over indirect heat for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally. Move to direct heat for 5 minutes, brushing with extra marinade, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Finishing Touches: Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate with lime wedges and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Pat chicken dry before grilling to avoid flare-ups.
- Keep a spray bottle handy to control grill flames.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness at 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg