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Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Sweet Corn Salad

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Sweet Corn Salad is a flavorful and fresh dish perfect for summer grilling. Juicy chicken is brushed with a spicy-sweet glaze, paired with a vibrant corn salad featuring fresh veggies and a zesty lime dressing. It’s a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make meal!


Ingredients

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  • For the Hot Honey Chicken:
    • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/3 cup honey
    • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (like Sriracha or your favorite)
    • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
  • For the Sweet Corn Salad:
    • 3 ears fresh corn, kernels removed (or 2 cups frozen, thawed)
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
    • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • Salt and pepper, to taste



Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    • In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture over the chicken breasts or thighs.
    • In another bowl, combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using) to make the hot honey glaze. Set aside.
  2. Grill the Chicken:
    • Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the chicken generously with the hot honey glaze.
  3. Make the Sweet Corn Salad:
    • In a large bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro or parsley.
    • Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, then toss to combine.
  4. Serve:
    • Plate the grilled hot honey chicken alongside the sweet corn salad. Drizzle additional hot honey over the chicken for extra flavor, if desired.



Notes

  • Use a grill or stovetop griddle for cooking the chicken.
  • For added sweetness, grill the corn before cutting off the kernels.
  • Substitute honey with maple syrup for a slightly different flavor profile.