Hot Honey Chicken Thighs Are Better Than Wings on the Grill

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave syrup is lower in calories and has a similar sweetness.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha provides a similar heat with fewer additives.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Coconut aminos are gluten-free and lower in sodium.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and neutral in flavor.

Start with a light coat of olive oil on the chicken thighs.

Season the chicken thighs with Alpha Rub or your favorite SPG.

Sprinkle a light coat of paprika on both sides of the chicken thighs.

Set up the grill for two-zone grilling.

Place the chicken thighs skin side down on the hot side of the grill.

Grill the chicken thighs for 5 minutes on each side.

Move the chicken thighs to the cooler side of the grill to finish cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 170°F.

In a pan, melt butter and add minced garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add chipotle powder and red pepper flakes to the butter and garlic mixture, stirring quickly.

Remove the pan from heat and zest an orange into the sauce, mixing it in to balance the heat.

Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the cooked chicken thighs on the plate.

Cooking Techniques

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