Honey Sriracha Grilled Chicken (Print Version)

Tender chicken thighs glazed with sweet and spicy honey sriracha, grilled until juicy and caramelized.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approximately 2 pounds)

→ Marinade

02 - 1/3 cup honey
03 - 1/4 cup sriracha sauce
04 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
05 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Garnish

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
12 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
13 - Lime wedges for serving

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Combine honey, sriracha sauce, low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, rice vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and kosher salt in a medium bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is homogeneous.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry using paper towels and place them in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken, ensuring thorough coverage. Seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Reserve 1/4 cup of marinade. Grill chicken thighs for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade, until caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Transfer grilled chicken to a plate and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and lime wedges as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chicken turns out unbelievably juicy and caramelized—like a secret weapon for impressing guests.
  • You can tweak the spice level easily, which makes it perfect for picky eaters and heat lovers alike.
02 -
  • If you try to skip patting the chicken dry, the surface never gets that signature sticky char.
  • Reserving some marinade BEFORE the chicken goes in prevents cross-contamination and lets you baste safely.
03 -
  • Letting the chicken rest after grilling keeps juices inside and makes each bite succulent.
  • Grate fresh ginger instead of using powder—it's fresher and gives the marinade a zing.
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