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Grilled Honey Buffalo Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

These Grilled Honey Buffalo Chicken Thighs are juicy and bursting with a perfect blend of sweet honey and spicy buffalo sauce. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or summer backyard cookouts, this recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs grilled to perfection and finished with a flavorful honey buffalo glaze. Garnished with fresh green onions, this dish pairs wonderfully with classic sides like corn on the cob or grilled vegetables.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Sauce & Seasoning

  • ¼ cup buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce, honey, and minced garlic until well combined to create the honey buffalo glaze.
  2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs evenly with salt, black pepper, and dried parsley. Add 2 tablespoons of the honey buffalo sauce to the chicken and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces.
  3. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-low temperature, preparing for slow and even cooking.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs smooth-side down on the grill. Grill slowly, flipping them every 3 to 4 minutes to ensure even cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165–170°F and the juices run clear, typically about 20 minutes.
  5. Baste While Grilling: During the last few flips, generously baste the thighs with the remaining honey buffalo sauce to deepen the flavor and create a glossy finish.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the grill. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey buffalo sauce for 30 to 60 minutes before grilling.
  • If you don’t have access to a grill, use a grill pan or bake the chicken at 400°F for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • This dish pairs perfectly with classic sides such as corn on the cob, coleslaw, or assorted grilled vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Main course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cookinginspirations.com/grilled-honey-buffalo-chicken-thighs-recipe/