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Honey Jalapeño Chicken Thighs

Let’s learn how to make juicy sweet n’ spicy honey jalapeño chicken thighs for the most delicious weeknight dinner! It’s super easy to make and the chicken can even be marinated ahead of time for 10 times the flavor. It’s not too spicy and perfect for even the pickiest of eaters to enjoy!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
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Ingredients

  • 4 bone in and skin on, chicken thighs about 1.5 pounds
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons jalapeño tabasco sauce
  • juice of 1 lime

Instructions 

  1. In a bowl, combine oil with garlic, honey, chili powder, salt, jalapeño sauce, and lime juice. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the marinade to baste later!
  2. Marinade the chicken thighs under the skin and all around. Allow it to settle in for at least an hour but the longer the better.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  4. Transfer the chicken thighs to a wire rack and place over a deep baking tray to collect the fat that drips off.
  5. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, making sure to take it out halfway and baste with the rest of the marinade.
  6. Once it's cooked all the way through and it's golden and crispy on top, take it out of the oven and enjoy warm!

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