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Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Thighs

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Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy honey lime mixture, grilled to perfection with a crispy skin. Perfect for quick summer BBQs and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 grams), raw or wildflower recommended
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from 2 medium limes, about 60 ml)
  • Lime zest from 1 lime
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels to help the skin crisp up.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, turning gently to coat each piece evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally 3-4 hours or up to overnight.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered with white ash.
  5. Oil the grill grates using tongs and a paper towel dipped in oil to prevent sticking.
  6. Place chicken thighs skin side down on the grill. Cook undisturbed for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
  7. Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-8 minutes with the lid closed until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Optionally, brush chicken with leftover marinade during the last 2 minutes for extra glaze, being careful not to burn the sugars.
  9. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for crispy skin. Marinate at least 1 hour, up to overnight but not more than 24 hours to avoid meat breakdown. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Avoid pressing chicken on grill to keep juices intact. For no grill, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes and broil to crisp skin.

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