Description

Succulent grilled chicken thighs kissed with a sweet and tangy honey-lime glaze, caramelized to perfection. Juicy, smoky, and irresistibly flavorful, this dish is quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken thighs

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon lime juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

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Instructions

Place chicken thighs on a cutting board, trim excess fat, and pat dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth.
Place chicken in a shallow dish or resealable bag and coat with marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F–400°F) and lightly oil the grates.
Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place on grill and cook 5–7 minutes per side.
Grill until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or increase chili powder.
Fresh herbs like cilantro or thyme can add extra flavor to the marinade.
Substitute lemon juice if lime is unavailable.
Bone-in chicken thighs can be used, but increase grilling time slightly.
This recipe can also be baked in the oven at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
Calories: 220
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 95mg