Sweet Orange Chicken Thighs know that a little sweetness can really enhance the natural savory flavors of poultry… and embrace that fact wholeheartedly! The tender, succulent chicken thighs are grilled for maximum flavor and juiciness, and then brushed with a homemade, sunny, tangy glaze that will have you licking your fingers! Sweet Orange Chicken Thighs help you find the bright side of life, with a flavor that will have your taste buds positively glowing!
Ingredients
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- olive oil, to taste, for oiling the grill grates
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 6 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
Directions
Step 1 –In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, the sugar, the brown sugar, and the salt.
Step 2 –Bring the juice mixture to a boil and cook, while stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
Step 3 –Cook, uncovered, until the juice mixture reaches a glaze-like consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
Step 4 –Preheat the grill to medium heat.
Step 5 –Using the olive oil, lightly oil the grill grates.
Step 6 –Transfer the glaze from the heat.
Step 7 –Stir the Dijon mustard and the orange zest into the glaze mixture.
Step 8 –Sprinkle the chicken thighs with the lemon-pepper seasoning.
Step 9 –Add the chicken thighs to the grill, cover, and cook, flipping the chicken halfway through, until the thighs reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 6-8 minutes per side. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, occasionally brush the chicken thighs with the glaze.
Step 10 –Serve the chicken thighs with the remaining sauce.
