Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

🍯🧄 Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs — Sweet, Savory, and Totally Irresistible

Because every grill deserves a little sweet-and-savory love story.

 

 

These Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are the perfect marriage of juicy, tender chicken and a sticky, garlicky glaze with a citrusy twist. The marinade is simple but powerful — olive oil for richness, garlic for depth, sweet pepper honey seasoning for a little kick, and fresh orange juice for brightness.

We’re talking:

• Perfectly grilled chicken with crispy edges and juicy centers.
• A marinade that works magic overnight for maximum flavor.
• Sweet, savory, and tangy notes in every bite.
• A recipe that’s as easy as it is impressive — perfect for weeknights or weekend BBQs.

If you’ve been looking for a chicken recipe that makes people say, “Whoa, what’s in this?” — this is it.

We did this a little different this time because I told Matt to pick dinner. He saw that bone in, skin on chicken thighs were cheaper than that boneless, skinless so he obviously bought the cheaper option.

Since we are trying to be a little more healthy he decided to cut off the skin and then marinate the chicken overnight and then grill it the next day and it was amazing! We ate this with rice, veggies and it was amazing!

 

 

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 2 pounds bone in chicken thighs, skinned
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Sweet Pepper Honey Chicken Seasoning
• 1 fresh squeezed orange

Directions

1. Marinate the Chicken
   • Place chicken thighs in a large bowl.
   • Add olive oil, minced garlic, seasoning, and fresh orange juice.
   • Toss until every piece is coated.
2. Chill for Flavor
   • Cover and refrigerate for 12–24 hours.
   • The longer it marinates, the deeper the flavor.
3. Prep for the Grill
   • Remove chicken from fridge 15 minutes before cooking.
4. Grill to Perfection
   • Preheat grill to medium heat.
   • Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F, flipping as needed for even cooking.
5. Rest & Serve
   • Let chicken rest for 10–20 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Serving — 6 Servings)

• Calories: ~280
• Protein: 25g
• Carbs: 4g
• Fat: 18g
• Sugar: 3g

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

\*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

 

 

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips for Juicy, Flavor-Packed Chicken

• Skin off, bone in — keeps meat juicy without excess fat.
• Don’t rush the marinade — overnight is best for flavor infusion.
• Use a meat thermometer — no guessing; 165°F is your magic number.
• Let it rest — those 10–20 minutes make all the difference in juiciness.
• Grill marks = flavor — don’t be afraid to let it sear a bit before flipping.

🎨 Recipe Variations

• Spicy Honey Garlic — Add chili flakes or sriracha to the marinade.
• Herb-Infused — Toss in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs while marinating.
• Citrus Swap — Try lemon or lime juice instead of orange for a tangier twist.
• Asian-Inspired — Add soy sauce and a splash of rice vinegar to the marinade.
• Oven-Baked — Bake at 400°F for 35–40 minutes if you don’t have a grill.

🧒 Kid Tips

• Cut chicken into smaller pieces before serving for easier eating.
• Serve with a mild dipping sauce (like ranch or honey mustard) for picky eaters.
• Pair with sweet sides like corn on the cob or fruit salad.
• Let kids help mix the marinade — they’ll feel like mini chefs.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Buy chicken in bulk — freeze extra thighs in marinade for ready-to-grill meals.
• Garlic — keep pre-minced garlic in the fridge for quick prep.
• Seasoning blends — Sweet Pepper Honey Chicken Seasoning can be homemade with paprika, honey powder, salt, and pepper.
• Citrus — buy oranges in bulk; juice and freeze in ice cube trays for future recipes.
• Olive oil — store in a cool, dark place to keep it fresh longer.

📣 Reader’s Challenge: #HoneyGarlicGlowUp

I want to see YOUR Honey Garlic Chicken Thigh creations!

1. Make the recipe.
2. Add your own twist — maybe a spicy glaze, a citrus swap, or a side pairing.
3. Snap a photo and share it with #HoneyGarlicGlowUp.
4. Tag me so I can feature your masterpiece in my next roundup.

♻️ Leftover Remix

• Honey Garlic Chicken Salad — Shred chicken and toss with greens, mandarin oranges, and sesame dressing.
• Chicken Fried Rice — Dice and stir-fry with rice, veggies, and soy sauce.
• BBQ Flatbread — Top naan with chicken, cheese, and BBQ sauce; bake until bubbly.
• Wrap It Up — Roll in a tortilla with slaw and avocado.
• Protein Bowls — Serve over quinoa with roasted veggies.

💭 Final Thoughts

This recipe is proof that simple ingredients can create big, bold flavors. The sweet pepper honey seasoning, fresh orange juice, and garlic work together to make chicken thighs that are anything but ordinary.

There’s something magical about a recipe that’s both easy and unforgettable. These Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are the kind of dish that makes you feel like a grill master without breaking a sweat. The marinade does all the heavy lifting — you just get to enjoy the applause when everyone takes that first bite.

It’s sweet, it’s savory, it’s got a little citrus sparkle… and it’s the kind of meal that works for everything from a casual Tuesday dinner to a weekend cookout with friends.

So here’s my challenge: make it, love it, and share it. Post your version with #HoneyGarlicGlowUp so we can all swap ideas and drool together. Because the only thing better than eating great chicken… is knowing you’ve inspired someone else to fire up their grill.

Here’s to sticky fingers, happy bellies, and recipes that make life just a little more delicious. 🍯🧄🔥

 

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