Flavorful Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Thighs
Juicy, charred chicken thighs glazed with a sticky, spicy-sweet honey sriracha sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Olive oil or neutral oil for grilling
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until thick but spreadable.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Add chicken to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Place chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Close lid and cook for 6-8 minutes without moving to get grill marks.
- Flip chicken and baste skin with reserved glaze. Continue grilling for another 6-8 minutes, basting every 2-3 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Brush chicken with a final layer of glaze, transfer to a plate, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before marinating for crispy skin. Brush glaze in layers while grilling to avoid burning. Use a spray bottle of water to manage flare-ups. Let chicken rest after grilling to lock in juices. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Oven baking alternative: bake at 425°F for 25-30 minutes, then broil 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Protein: 26
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