Description
These BBQ-Spiced Chicken Thighs with Tangy Honey Glaze are a perfect blend of smoky, spicy flavors with a touch of sweetness. Whether grilled to perfection or baked until caramelized, these juicy chicken thighs are sure to be a hit at your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Tangy Honey Glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill or Oven: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the Chicken: Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub chicken thighs with olive oil and coat with the spice mix.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill thighs, brushing with glaze, until cooked through. Alternatively, bake, then broil with glaze.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with the spice rub for up to 4 hours before cooking.
- Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 thighs
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
