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Honey BBQ Chicken

Sweet and Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken for Quick Family Dinners

This Honey BBQ Chicken recipe is a quick, delicious meal perfect for family dinners packed with flavor and ease.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic minced or granulated
  • 2 cups Ketchup base of the BBQ sauce
  • ½ cup Honey can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce essential ingredient
  • ½ teaspoon Hot Sauce adjust for spice preference
  • ½ tablespoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
  • ¼ cup Dark Brown Sugar can substitute with light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice bottled is a handy substitute
For the Chicken
  • 3 pounds Chicken Thighs boneless and skinless
  • 3 tablespoons Avocado Oil can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt essential for seasoning
  • ½ tablespoon Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • grill
  • saucepan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon of oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until it becomes golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Next, add 2 cups of ketchup, ½ cup of honey, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon hot sauce, ½ tablespoon black pepper, ¼ cup dark brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes bubbly and thickens slightly.
  2. While the sauce is simmering, coat 3 pounds of boneless skinless chicken thighs with 3 tablespoons of avocado oil. Season the thighs generously with 1 teaspoon of salt, ½ tablespoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
  3. Preheat your grill to high heat, aiming for around 400°F. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the grill and cook each side for approximately 4-5 minutes until they develop a nice golden brown sear.
  4. Once the chicken has reached 155°F, generously brush your simmered BBQ sauce over each thigh. Continue cooking until it reaches 165°F, which should take another 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove the Honey BBQ Chicken from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the recipe by adding your favorite sides like coleslaw or corn on the cob.

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