Grilled Chicken Thighs
Delight your taste buds with these flavorful Grilled Chicken Thighs, marinated in a quick and zesty citrus blend. Perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or casual get-togethers, this recipe combines the juicy tenderness of chicken thighs with a refreshing marinade that elevates every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and kosher salt. Reserve ¼ cup for later.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Clean and oil the grates.
- Remove excess marinade from the chicken and place it skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes before flipping and basting with reserved marinade.
- Continue grilling while flipping every few minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F to 170°F (about 25-30 minutes total). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 541mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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