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Flavorful Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Juicy, sticky, and tangy-sweet grilled chicken thighs glazed with a honey sriracha marinade, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 pounds or 1.4 kg)
  • 1/4 cup (85 g) honey
  • 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Optional garnish: chopped green onions or sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, black pepper, and salt until glossy and sticky.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour marinade over, coating each piece well. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1-2 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor.
  3. Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F to 375°F). Clean and oil grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes until skin is crisp and golden brown.
  5. Flip and grill the other side for another 6-8 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Move chicken to cooler part of grill or reduce heat if glaze starts to burn.
  6. Occasionally brush chicken with leftover marinade or fresh glaze for extra sticky coating, avoiding cross-contamination.
  7. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds and serve hot.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for crispier skin. Use medium heat to avoid burning the honey glaze. Let chicken rest after grilling for juicy meat. If no grill, bake at 425°F for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway and basting with glaze. Use a spray bottle to control flare-ups on the grill.

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