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Grilled Chicken Thighs

Savory Grilled Chicken Thighs: Juicy and Irresistible Flavor

Juicy and flavorful grilled chicken thighs infused with a smoky honey garlic marinade, perfect for summer meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup olive oil Adds moisture
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce Savory umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons honey Natural sweetener
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Essential smoky notes
  • salt To taste
  • pepper To taste
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Boneless thighs cook faster

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • zip-top bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a large zip-top bag or bowl. Pour marinade over them, coating well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F or 200°C) and clean the grates.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and place on the grill, skin-side down if applicable. Grill for 6-8 minutes without moving.
  5. Flip chicken and continue grilling for another 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added freshness, garnish with herbs before serving. Perfect when paired with a cucumber and tomato salad.

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