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Flavorful Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs grilled to perfection with a sticky, spicy-sweet honey sriracha glaze that balances heat and sweetness for a crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup (85 g) honey
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil if using. Adjust sriracha or red pepper flakes to desired spice level.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 375°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving to get a nice sear and crisp skin.
  5. Flip the thighs and brush generously with the honey sriracha glaze. Cook for another 6-7 minutes, basting every 2 minutes to build up a sticky glaze without burning.
  6. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If needed, finish skin-side down for 1-2 minutes to crisp skin.
  7. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow glaze to set and juices to redistribute.

Notes

Keep grill heat moderate to avoid burning the glaze. Pat chicken skin dry before grilling for crispiness. Baste multiple times, allowing glaze to cook in between applications. Use tongs to flip to keep juices sealed. Rest chicken before serving for best texture. Can bake in oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, basting halfway through if no grill is available.

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