Description
Chipotle Honey Chicken Thighs are juicy, flavorful chicken thighs coated in a smoky chipotle and sweet honey glaze, then baked or grilled to caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce (from can)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, olive oil, and lime juice.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and brush generously with chipotle honey mixture.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until chicken is cooked through and skin is crispy.
- Brush with additional glaze during the last 10 minutes for extra flavor.
- Broil 2–3 minutes for caramelized finish if desired.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust chipotle amount for preferred spice level.
- Can be grilled over medium heat for 6–8 minutes per side.
- Serve with rice, tacos, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired