Smoky Maple Glazed Grilled Chicken

Succulent grilled chicken with a smoky maple glaze, infused with flavors of garlic and rosemary. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Impress your guests or simply treat yourself to a delightful dining experience with this easy-to-make grilled chicken recipe!
ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds to garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 2.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- 3.
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the chicken to ensure it's coated evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 4.
Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard the remaining marinade) and place it on the preheated grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 5.
While grilling, brush the chicken with any leftover marinade or glaze for added flavor.
- 6.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
- 7.
Serve the smoky maple glazed grilled chicken thighs garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor.