Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
- Place chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over, ensuring each piece is coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Clean grates thoroughly.
- Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baste occasionally with extra marinade or honey.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes to retain juiciness.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides like grilled vegetables or salad.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Rest the chicken before slicing for juicy results.
- Add herbs or spices to customize flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg