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Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs
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Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs

These Grilled Honey-Mustard Chicken Thighs deliver juicy, bold flavor with almost no effort. Tangy Dijon mustard, sweet honey, and smoky grill char come together in a perfectly balanced marinade and glaze that turn simple chicken thighs into a weeknight win or cookout favorite. Every bite is tender, caramelized, and packed with sweet-savory goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard for marinade
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs about 8 pieces
For the Honey-Mustard Glaze
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • a few drops hot sauce optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry, then add them to the bowl and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or up to 24 hours.
  3. Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. Scrub and oil the grill grates, then heat the grill to medium-high.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and optional hot sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Place the chicken thighs on the grill and cook for 6–8 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and brush generously with the warm glaze. Serve hot or warm.

Notes

For extra caramelization, brush a small amount of glaze onto the chicken during the last minute of grilling. If using bone-in thighs, increase grilling time slightly. To reduce sweetness, use half the honey or add a splash of lemon juice.