Grilled Chicken with Papaya Bbq Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful Grilled Chicken with Papaya BBQ Sauce recipe! Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are grilled to smoky perfection and coated with a luscious homemade BBQ sauce made from sweet, ripe papaya, tangy apple cider vinegar, rich brown sugar, and warm spices like ginger and paprika. The tropical sweetness of papaya pairs beautifully with the subtle kick of optional chili flakes, creating a bold, mouthwatering glaze that caramelizes as it grills. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Serve with extra papaya BBQ sauce on the side for dipping and watch it disappear from plates!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 medium Papaya (ripe, peeled and seeded)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil on both sides. Set them aside to marinate while you prepare the BBQ sauce.
In a blender or food processor, combine the peeled and seeded papaya, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground ginger, paprika, lime juice, and chili flakes (if using). Blend until smooth.
Pour the blended papaya mixture into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Brush the chicken with the papaya BBQ sauce during the last 2-3 minutes of grilling on each side, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve with additional papaya BBQ sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3495 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.9 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.3 g | ||
| Protein | 221.0 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1890 mg | 40% | |
*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.
