Description
Grilled Hot Honey Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors, making it a hit for any occasion, from backyard barbecues to cozy family dinners. In just 40 minutes, you can marinate and grill juicy chicken thighs, drizzled with a delicious hot honey sauce that will leave your taste buds craving more. This recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of honey and hot sauce creates an irresistible glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Serve it alongside fresh salads, rice, or even in wraps for a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, Kosher salt, onion powder, smoked paprika (optional), and pepper.
- Reserve half the sauce in a small bowl for glazing later.
- Blot chicken thighs dry with paper towels and marinate in the rest of the sauce for 15-30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 450°F) and oil the grates.
- Grill chicken for 4-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Brush with reserved sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg