Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Lime Corn Salad

Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Lime Corn Salad

This grilled hot honey chicken is simple and flavorful. Paired with a fresh sweet corn salad that is crisp, refreshing, crunchy and full of lime, this is a weeknight meal that cannot be missed!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless

    skinless chicken thighs

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey

    plus more for drizzling

  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • 1 garlic clove

    minced

  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 6 ears of sweet corn

    kernels cut from the cob

  • 2 green onions

    thinly sliced

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
  • kosher salt and pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the chicken in a glass dish or resealable bag. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, hot honey, lemon zest, garlic and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Pour it over the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes or even overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat the grill to the highest setting. Once hot, place the chicken on the grill and cook for 5 minutes, or until the chicken easily flips. Flip the chicken and grill for 5 to 6 minutes more, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Drizzle with extra hot honey.

  3. 3

    To make the corn salad, place the corn, green onions and cilantro in a bowl.

  4. 4

    In a smaller bowl, whisk together the sour cream, lime juice, zest, and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Stir the sour cream mixture into the corn until combined. Taste and season more if needed.

  5. 5

    Serve the chicken with the corn and enjoy!

Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Lime Corn Salad

Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Lime Corn Salad

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About this Recipe

Tired of mundane weeknight dinners? This Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Lime Corn Salad brings vibrant flavors and exciting textures to your table with minimal fuss, proving that delicious meals don't have to be complicated.

What makes this recipe truly special is the harmonious contrast: succulent chicken thighs infused with sweet and spicy hot honey, perfectly balanced by a bright, crisp, and refreshing lime-kissed corn salad. It's a meal that hits all the right notes—savory, sweet, spicy, and tangy—making it an instant family favorite.

You can expect tender, juicy grilled chicken thighs, each bite delivering a delightful dance of sweet honey and a gentle kick from the heat, underscored by a hint of lemon. Paired with this, the corn salad bursts with freshness. Imagine sweet corn kernels, subtly creamy from sour cream, brightened by zesty lime juice and aromatic cilantro, with a satisfying crunch from the green onions. It’s a wonderfully balanced experience that feels light yet completely satisfying.

Customization & Variations

While boneless, skinless chicken thighs are recommended for their juiciness, you can certainly swap them for chicken breasts if you prefer, adjusting cooking time accordingly. For the corn salad, if fresh sweet corn is out of season, high-quality frozen corn, thawed and drained well, can be a suitable alternative. Feel free to adjust the amount of hot honey to your preferred spice level, adding more for an extra kick or less for a milder flavor.

This vibrant dish is perfect for a lively weeknight dinner or as a standout offering at your next casual gathering. Serve it as a complete meal, letting the chicken and salad shine together, perhaps garnished with extra cilantro for a pop of color.

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