Grilled Maple-Chipotle Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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Juicy chicken thighs grilled over smoky flames and glazed with a sweet and spicy maple-chipotle sauce for a perfect backyard BBQ flavor. This American-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, maple syrup, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 peppers, minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh lime juice

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup maple syrup, 2 minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice until well combined to form a marinade.
Step 2: Add 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 lbs) to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Step 3: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess, and grill for 5-6 minutes per side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges are slightly charred.
Step 4: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.