Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Absolutely! Just keep an eye on them under the broiler—they tend to dry out faster than thighs.

Can I make BBQ chicken with citrus slaw ahead of time?

Yes! You can prep the slaw a few hours in advance. Store it in the fridge and add the dressing just before serving. Chicken is best fresh, but leftovers reheat well.

What’s the best substitute for hot honey?

Mix regular honey with a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes—DIY spicy magic!

Hot Honey BBQ Chicken with Citrus Slaw Salad

Description

This sweet and spicy BBQ chicken with citrus slaw is a flavor-packed dinner made with hot honey-glazed chicken thighs and a fresh, crunchy slaw with citrusy brightness. Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for busy nights or backyard dinners!

Ingredients

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Chicken Thighs

1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons hot honey (or regular honey for a mild version)
2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
Sesame seeds, for garnish

Citrus Slaw

1 small green cabbage, thinly sliced
2 carrots, shaved with a vegetable peeler
1 red onion, thinly sliced
⅓ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup sliced almonds
1–2 oranges, segmented and chopped
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 garlic clove, minced
Big pinch of kosher salt and pepper
¼ cup avocado oil

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Instructions

Preheat broiler: Set your oven’s broiler to high and position a rack just beneath it.
Season chicken: Place chicken thighs on a baking sheet. Season well with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Broil chicken: Broil for 6 minutes, flip, and broil another 6 minutes.
Make glaze: While chicken cooks, whisk hot honey, BBQ sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
Glaze & broil: Brush the chicken with glaze and broil 1 more minute. Flip, glaze again, and repeat 1–2 more times for a nice char.
Make slaw: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, onion, almonds, cilantro, and oranges. In a separate bowl, whisk lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in avocado oil until emulsified. Pour over slaw and toss to coat.
Serve: Slice the chicken and place over slaw. Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy!

Notes

Not a fan of spice? Swap hot honey for regular honey to tame the heat.
Prep ahead: The slaw can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
No broiler? Grill or sear the chicken on the stovetop instead.
Perfect for meal prep or summer gatherings!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Category: Main course
Method: Broil
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 11 g
Sodium: 710 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 31 g`
Cholesterol: 115 mg