Best 2 Grilled Orange Chicken Thighs Recipes

Are you looking for a tantalizing and flavorful dish that will impress your family and friends? Grilled orange chicken thighs are the perfect choice. This dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of orange with the savory richness of chicken thighs, grilled to perfection. With a crispy caramelized crust and tender juicy interior, these chicken thighs are sure to be a hit. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this easy-to-follow recipe for grilled orange chicken thighs.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED ORANGE CHICKEN THIGHS

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This orangey chicken was the first meal I served my future husband. I chose it because it's easy, but he thought it was amazing and gobbled it up. We were married three months later, so I guess it worked. -Leah Harvath, Heber City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
CHICKEN:
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine juice, sugars and salt; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until mixture reaches a glaze consistency. Remove from heat; stir in mustard and orange zest., Sprinkle chicken with lemon pepper. On a lightly greased grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°, brushing occasionally with some of the sauce during the last 5 minutes. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CHIPOTLE ORANGE GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS

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Categories Chicken

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

Marinade:
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaslpoon oregano
2 chipotle chiles with 2 tablespoons adobo sauce, mashed together
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken thighs, with bone and skin
Glaze:
Finely grated zest from one orange
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
Finely grated zest from one lime
1 teaspoon Tabasco chipotle sauce

Steps:

1. In a small bowl, mix the marinade ingredients. Put the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Press the air out of the bag, seal, turn and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. 2. In a small bowl, mix the glaze ingredients. 3. Preheat grill to cook at Direct Low Heat (300 to 350 degrees). 4. Remove the chicken thighs from the bag and discard the marinade. Grill until meat is firm and no longer pink near the bone, 30 to 40 minutes, turning 2-4 times and brushing frequently with the glaze.

Tips:

Use fresh oranges: Fresh oranges provide the best flavor for this dish. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use bottled orange juice, but the flavor will not be as good.
Marinate the chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes: This will help the chicken to absorb the flavor of the marinade.
Cook the chicken thighs over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
Baste the chicken thighs with the marinade while they are cooking: This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
Serve the chicken thighs with your favorite sides: Some good options include rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Grilled Orange Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of orange juice, soy sauce, and spices, then grilled until cooked through. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the orange glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!