Sweet N Spicy grilled chicken thighs are moist, flavorful, and grilled to perfection!

Sweet N Spicy grilled chicken thighs on a baking sheet with grilled asparagus and lemon slices.

Sweet n Spicy is my favorite flavor combination for chicken. It's not too spicy, with just the right amount of sweetness. It's delicious all on its own or topped on a fresh crisp salad like my Cast Iron Chicken Thighs.

A plate of chicken thighs and asparagus.

Fire up the grill this summer, and make this easy recipe everyone will enjoy like my Soy Sauce Chicken Marinade.

A combination of spices in a small bowl to put on the raw chicken.

Let the rub do its thing for at least two hours, but for best flavor refrigerate overnight.

Raw chicken with spices sprinkled on in a metal bowl.

We prefer boneless skinless chicken thighs in our house, if you only have bone in chicken thighs you can learn how to debone them here. Although you could totally use this on breasts or chicken legs if desired.

What to serve with this grilled chicken

Sweet N Spicy chicken bute on a fork with mashed potatoes.

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Sweet N Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs

Wendie

Tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs. Coated in a quick and easy sweet n spicy rub and grilled to perfection.

4.39 from 156 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 18

Marinade 4

Total Time 4 28

Course Entrees

Cuisine American

Servings people

Calories 304 kcal

Ingredients

3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoon granulated garlic or powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

In a small bowl combine brown sugar, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, granulated garlic, oregano, salt, and red pepper mix.
In a bowl or large ziplock bag add your chicken and sprinkle the seasoning mixture and toss until well coated.
Let set for 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
Grill chicken thighs covered over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side. Or until internal temp reaches 165 degrees and juices run clear.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 42gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 208mgSodium: 587mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g

Keyword chicken thighs, grilled chicken

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Comments

Wendie

August 06, 2024 at 4:50 pm

I haven't recipe tested this in the air fryer but I'm sure you could.
Bev

August 06, 2024 at 3:25 pm

Can you do this in an air fryer?
Wendie

July 24, 2023 at 4:22 pm

Yay, Abby! So happy everybody loved it 🙂
Abby S

July 24, 2023 at 4:04 pm

Love this chicken recipe! We had some friends over for dinner and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it!
Thank you!
Abby S
Aaron

March 28, 2023 at 12:14 am

Made this tonight and while it was definitely moist, and looked delicious, it didn’t pop in the flavor department like I’d hoped. Followed recipe exactly. Wasn’t bad at all but the sweet and spicy didn’t come through like it sounded like it would. Ended up squeezing a bit of lime over it for some citrus notes.
Wendie

March 27, 2023 at 4:42 pm

If you are concerned about the spice level just leave it out or cut it in half.
Rita Taylor

March 27, 2023 at 1:20 pm

It looks wonderful! How spicy is it though? My family doesn’t like too spicy! Is it OK for kids?