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Irresistible Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Thighs

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A simple and flavorful grilled chicken thigh recipe featuring a sweet and tangy honey lime marinade, perfect for summer BBQs and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 large limes)
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (substitute tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (about 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, ground cumin, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels. Place them in the bowl or a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours, but no longer than 8 hours.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered with white ash and spread evenly.
  4. Oil the grill grates by rubbing an oiled paper towel over them using tongs to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving to crisp the skin.
  6. Flip the chicken and grill for another 6-8 minutes on the other side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra lime wedges or chopped fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before marinating to ensure crispy skin. Marinate at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours but no longer than 8 hours to avoid meat texture breakdown. Flip chicken only once to keep skin crispy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest chicken after grilling for juicy results. If flare-ups occur, move chicken to cooler part of grill temporarily.

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