Description
Sticky Honey Orange Grilled Chicken is a delicious fusion of sweet and tangy flavors that will elevate your next gathering. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant blend of fresh orange juice, honey, and zesty spices. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this dish guarantees to impress with its mouthwatering glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and minimal cleanup, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or celebrations alike. Get ready to serve up a plateful of juicy, flavorful chicken that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 1/2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 Tbsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, zest, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and olive oil.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag and pour marinade over them; seal and refrigerate for 1 to 6 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for about 4 minutes per side; brush generously with glaze during the last few minutes of cooking until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve warm with reserved glaze drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 oz (140g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg