Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs

Our Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs recipe has it all – sweetness from honey, a hint of heat, and the rich, tangy flavor of Dijon mustard! This easy-to-make recipe uses a few easy-to-find ingredients to make a marinade that both adults and kids love, and then after a few minutes on the grill, you have succulent chicken to enjoy.

We use convenient and affordable boneless skinless chicken thighs for our Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs recipe, but you can also use bone-in chicken thighs. The chicken thighs stay juicy on the grill and develop a delicious caramelized exterior thanks to the honey in the marinade.

Here are a few quick answers to questions you may have about this recipe, or skip down to the ingredients to get cooking!

Can I make this recipe with chicken breast instead of chicken thighs?

Absolutely! You can substitute chicken breasts if you prefer, but be sure to adjust the cooking method accordingly. If you’re using our Lake Geneva Country Meats jumbo-sized chicken breasts, we’d recommend cooking them in an indirect heat setup on your grill, or cutting them into chicken breast cutlets before marinating and grilling them.

If you want to make this recipe with chicken breasts, you may want to consider an alternate cooking method from the grill, such as cooking in the oven, like we detail below.

What if I don’t have hot honey?

No worries! You can easily make your own hot honey by mixing ¼ cup of regular honey with a teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce or chili flakes. Adjust the spice level to your liking, or omit the heat entirely if you prefer a sweeter flavor.

How long should I marinate the Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs?

You can marinate the chicken for as little as 20 minutes, while you’re getting the grill hot. You can also bring out more flavor by letting it sit in the marinade for at least 2 hours or overnight. For meal prep purposes, you may want to make the marinade in the morning, let the chicken sit during the day, and grill when you get home at night!

I’m not a griller – how else can I make these Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs?

Yes, if you don’t have access to a grill, you can bake the chicken thighs on a sheet pan in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400ºF and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160ºF. Broil for the last few minutes to achieve that nice caramelized exterior.

What should I serve with these Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs?

This chicken pairs beautifully with a variety of sides. Try serving it with grilled veggies like asparagus or zucchini, a refreshing cucumber salad, or classic sides like mashed potatoes or rice. It also works great as part of a summer BBQ spread alongside potato salad and corn on the cob.

We hope this answered any questions you may have about our Dijon Hot Honey Chicken Thighs recipe, but if you have more, leave us a comment below, and we’ll be happy to answer. We also appreciate a review, and if you liked this recipe, you can check out all of our chicken thigh recipes here.