Description
These Honey Glazed Grilled Chicken Legs are a perfect balance of savory and sweet, with a sticky, flavorful glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Juicy and tender, these chicken legs are a crowd-pleaser for any outdoor gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 3 lbs whole chicken legs, skin-on, bone-in (about 6 legs with thighs and drumsticks)
- 2 Tbsp canola oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 1/2 Tbsp honey mustard
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Minced chives or scallions, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat and Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and let rest at room temperature. Preheat the grill.
- Season and Grill: Rub chicken with oil, season with salt and pepper. Grill over medium heat.
- Make the Glaze: Combine honey, mustard, garlic, red pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Cook until thickened.
- Glaze the Chicken: Brush chicken with glaze, turning to coat evenly. Continue cooking until done.
- Rest and Serve: Remove chicken, tent with foil, and let rest before serving. Garnish with chives or scallions.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F for safe consumption.
- Feel free to adjust the level of red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, honey glazed chicken, barbecue
