Grilled Chicken with Cherry Chipotle Barbecue Sauce
Fire up your grill for this irresistible Grilled Chicken with Cherry Chipotle Barbecue Sauce – a smoky, sweet, and tangy masterpiece that will elevate your backyard cookouts. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection, then basted in a bold homemade barbecue sauce made with cherry preserves, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, and a touch of honey for balance. The sauce's rich, fruity heat pairs perfectly with the charred goodness of the grill. Ready in under 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. Serve with grilled vegetables or a crisp salad for a flavorful, wholesome meal that's sure to impress. Keywords: grilled chicken, cherry chipotle barbecue sauce, summer grilling recipe, smoky-sweet BBQ chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry preserves
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then rub them with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherry preserves, chipotle peppers (chopped or pureed), apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and water.
Stir the sauce ingredients together and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Grill for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, basting with a thin layer of the cherry chipotle barbecue sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
Serve the grilled chicken warm with additional cherry chipotle barbecue sauce on the side. Pair with your favorite grilled vegetables or a summer salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 669 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 505 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
