Tangy-Sweet Citrus Grilled Chicken Thighs
Tangy-Sweet Citrus Grilled Chicken Thighs balance bright apple cider vinegar and citrus with caramel notes from brown sugar, creating a glossy, flavorful glaze on juicy bone-in thighs. Mustard and garlic add depth and a gentle bite that keeps each bite lively. Ideal for summer cookouts or a relaxed weeknight dinner when you want bold, balanced flavors off the grill.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, oil, vinegar, mustard, lime juice, lemon juice, garlic, seasoned salt, and pepper, and mix until well blended.
- 2
Place chicken in a glass or ceramic bowl and pour the sauce over it. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess, then discard the remaining marinade.
- 5
Grill the chicken on the preheated grill until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 466.31 kcal High
- Protein 22.14 g Good Source
- Carbs 20.88 g Moderate
- Total Fat 32.0 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.75 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 137.7 mg High
- Sodium 293.18 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.58 g Low Source
- Sugar 15.94 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 80.33 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.24 mg Low Source
- Potassium 34.67 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.58 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 9.3 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄