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Flavorful Apricot Honey Dijon Grilled Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs grilled to perfection with a sticky, bright apricot honey Dijon glaze that balances sweet and savory flavors. Quick and easy, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3–4 pounds / 1.4–1.8 kg)
  • ½ cup apricot preserves (160 g)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together apricot preserves, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 204°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are glowing and covered with white ash.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes without moving to crisp the skin and get grill marks. Flip carefully using tongs.
  5. Brush the top side with the apricot honey Dijon glaze. Grill for another 6-8 minutes, flipping and glazing every 2-3 minutes. Watch for flare-ups from the honey sugars.
  6. Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part (not touching bone). Chicken is done at 165°F (74°C). If needed, move to indirect heat and cover the grill until done.
  7. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  8. Serve warm, spooning any leftover glaze over the thighs.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Apply glaze after first flip to prevent burning. Control flare-ups by moving chicken away from direct flames and keeping a spray bottle of water handy. Rest chicken after grilling for juicy results. Oven broiler or grill pan can be used as alternatives.

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