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Flavorful Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Thighs Recipe with Easy Mango Salsa

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy honey lime marinade, served with a fresh and vibrant mango salsa. Perfect for quick summer cookouts and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1–2 limes)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place them in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish.
  3. Marinate: Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours.
  4. Prepare the Mango Salsa: Combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir gently and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, around 400°F (200°C). Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  6. Grill the Chicken: Place the thighs skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 7-9 minutes without moving to develop a nice char. Flip and cook an additional 7-9 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone reads 165°F (74°C).
  7. Rest the Chicken: Transfer the grilled thighs to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Serve: Plate the chicken with a generous scoop of mango salsa on top or on the side. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating to help marinade stick and skin crisp. Marinate at least 30 minutes but no more than 6 hours to avoid meat texture breakdown. Use medium-high heat for grilling and avoid moving chicken too soon to develop a good char. Rest chicken for 5 minutes after grilling to keep it juicy. Mango salsa tastes better if made ahead and chilled. If flare-ups occur, move chicken to indirect heat briefly.

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