Description
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful mix, perfect for grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 2.5 pounds chicken thighs, boneless skinless or bone in skin on
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (or lime)
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Red pepper flakes, a pinch (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Mix the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, garlic, smoked paprika, pepper, and mustard in a bowl or zip top bag.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to 8 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat and clean the grates.
- Place the chicken thighs on the grill, cooking for around 12 to 16 minutes for boneless skinless, and 25 to 35 minutes for bone-in, flipping halfway through.
- Check the doneness using a meat thermometer, aiming for 165°F in the thickest part.
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a cooler zone on the grill to manage flare-ups and ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg