Spicy Honey Chicken
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
about 2 pounds
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- Rub
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- Glaze
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Directions
- 1
Combine the rub spices in bowl and mix well.
- 2
Use kitchen shears (or a pair of clean scissors) to trim off any excess fat from the chicken pieces. Pat dry. Drizzle oil over chicken and rub in with your hands to lightly coat all the pieces. Then toss chicken with the spice rub to coat all sides well. Use your hands and get in there! Grill chicken for 3-5 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
- 3
While chicken is cooking, warm honey in the microwave so it’s not so thick. Add the vinegar and combine well. Reserve 2 tablespoons honey glaze for later. Take the rest and brush on chicken (both sides) in the final moments of grilling.
- 4
Drizzle chicken with reserved glaze before serving.
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About this Recipe
Craving chicken thighs that burst with flavor, offering the perfect balance of sweet and savory? This Spicy Honey Chicken recipe delivers a truly crowd-pleasing favorite, combining a deeply flavorful spice rub with a vibrant, sticky honey glaze that will have everyone asking for seconds. It's the kind of dish you'll want on your regular rotation.
What makes this recipe truly stand out is the masterful interplay between the robust savory spice rub and the bright, sweet honey glaze. The rub, featuring granulated garlic, chili powder, onion powder, coriander, kosher salt, cumin, and chipotle chili powder, creates a complex base of flavor and a subtle warmth. This intense seasoning perfectly complements the sweet and tangy glaze, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience.
Expect tender, juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs coated in an irresistible sticky sauce. The aroma alone as it cooks is enough to get your mouth watering. This dish promises a rich, layered flavor profile—sweet, tangy, and with a gentle, inviting heat that warms without overpowering. It's designed to be approachable, making it a fantastic option even for those busy weeknights when you need a high-impact meal with minimal fuss.
Customizing Your Spicy Honey Chicken
You can easily tailor this recipe to your palate. For a milder dish, simply reduce the amount of chili powder and chipotle chili powder in the rub, or omit the chipotle entirely. If you enjoy more heat, feel free to increase these spices to your liking. While the recipe calls for cider vinegar in the glaze, a touch of white wine vinegar or even a squeeze of fresh lime juice can offer a slightly different, equally delicious tang.
Serve this Spicy Honey Chicken with a simple side of rice to soak up the glorious glaze, or alongside your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete meal. It’s perfect for casual family dinners or a relaxed gathering with friends.