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Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe

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This Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken features tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of Dijon mustard, honey, avocado oil, mayonnaise, and aromatic spices. Grilled to perfection over medium-high heat, the chicken is juicy and infused with smoky paprika and garlic, then finished with a delicious reserved honey mustard sauce for an extra burst of flavor. Perfect for a satisfying and easy meal that brings together sweet and tangy notes with a charred, smoky finish.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes (including marination)
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

  • ½ cup Dijon mustard
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup avocado oil
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade. In a shallow bowl, combine Dijon mustard, honey, avocado oil, mayonnaise, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well until the ingredients are fully blended. Reserve ¼ cup of this marinade by placing it in the fridge for later use as a sauce.
  2. Marinate the chicken. Add the chicken thighs to the remaining marinade and ensure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
  3. Preheat and grill the chicken. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, then place the thighs on the grill. Grill the chicken for 10 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Rest the chicken. Remove the grilled chicken from the heat and let it rest for about 5 minutes. This resting time helps the juices redistribute for moist, tender chicken.
  5. Serve with reserved sauce. Drizzle or toss the grilled chicken with the reserved honey mustard sauce and serve immediately for a delicious, flavorful finish.

Notes

  • Reserving some of the marinade before adding the chicken enhances the final serving with extra sauce and flavor.
  • Marinating for at least 4 hours is recommended, but up to 8 hours is ideal for deeper flavor absorption.
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
  • You can substitute avocado oil with another neutral oil like canola or light olive oil if preferred.
  • For a smoky flavor indoors, you can use a grill pan or broiler if an outdoor grill is not available.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/grilled-honey-mustard-chicken-recipe/