Description
A delicious recipe for grilled boneless chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, perfect for a juicy and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried thyme until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Serve the grilled chicken with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg