Maple Glazed Barbcue Chicken
Sweet, tangy, and smoky, this Maple Glazed Barbecue Chicken is your new go-to recipe for grilling season! Succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are perfectly caramelized with a rich glaze made from pure maple syrup, tangy Dijon mustard, and a hint of smoked paprika for depth. The key to its irresistible flavor lies in the basting technique—generous layers of the sticky-sweet maple barbecue sauce are brushed on as the chicken grills to perfection, creating a mouthwatering glaze with every flip. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with summertime classics like coleslaw, corn on the cob, or baked beans. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or craving comfort food, this recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and savory deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F/190°C).
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, ketchup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to create the glaze. Set aside a small portion (about 1/4 cup) of this glaze for basting.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and lightly brush them with olive oil on all sides.
Place the chicken thighs on the grill, skin-side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the skin starts to crisp and develop grill marks.
Flip the chicken over and start basting with the maple glaze that was set aside. Continue cooking, flipping and basting every 5 minutes, for an additional 25-30 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the Maple Glazed Barbecue Chicken hot, garnished with extra glaze if desired, and pair with your favorite side dishes such as coleslaw, corn on the cob, or baked beans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1030 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 341 mg | 7% | |
*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.
