Description
Sweet and spicy flavors meet smoky grilled chicken in these hot honey chicken thighs. A honey-chili glaze caramelizes during grilling for bold, craveable bites that satisfy spice lovers and dessert fans alike.
Ingredients
4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup raw or local honey
1 tbsp chili flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Whisk together honey, chili flakes, minced garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl
Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag, pour marinade over them, and massage to coat
Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes
Heat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C) and oil the grates
Grill chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden
Brush remaining marinade over chicken during final 2 minutes of cooking
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Marinate no longer than 30 minutes to avoid protein breakdown
Use a temperature probe: Chicken is done at 165°F (74°C)
Brush glaze during final 2 minutes to avoid burning
Reserve extra glaze for grilled corn or greens
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx 1 lb chicken)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 6400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 65g
- Cholesterol: 165mg