RED, WHITE, AND BLUEBERRY GRILLED CHICKEN

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These colors don't run, but they do stain, so I recommend eating this delicious, red, white and blueberry chicken outdoors at a barbeque. Smoky, spicy meats have been paired with sweet-and-sour, fruit-based sauces since we've had cooks, so that this combo works beautifully is no big surprise. And yes, other juicy fruit like peaches, or other berries will work nicely.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves minced garlic
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
⅓ cup white sugar
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
2 cups fresh blueberries
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, salt, paprika, chipotle pepper, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and garlic in a bowl to make marinade. Place chicken breasts in marinade and turn to coat evenly. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Spread sugar in a saucepan set over medium heat. Do not stir, but watch closely as sugar begins to melt after about 1 minute. As sugar melts it will gradually turn a golden color. Continue watching but not stirring. When all sugar has melted and golden color just begins to darken a bit (after 1 minute or less), remove pan from heat. Pour in vinegar and stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Place pan over medium-high heat and add blueberries to the sugar-vinegar mixture. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until blueberries soften and mixture begins to thicken, 4 or 5 minutes. It should be a syrup-like consistency. If sauce seems too thin, simmer a few more minutes. If it seems too thick, add a splash of water. Stir in salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Set a strainer over a bowl. Strain berries, using a spatula to push through as much juice as possible. Discard skins.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Drain excess marinade from chicken.
  • Place chicken breasts on preheated grill. Cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a plate and allow to rest a few minutes.
  • Serve breasts on a swirl of blueberry sauce with more sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1540 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

Galu Thapa
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This recipe is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is grilled to perfection and the flavors are amazing.


Cynthia Stephens
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I've never been a fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the red, white, and blueberries added a delicious touch.


Amazing Home_USA
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This chicken is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the red, white, and blueberries.


Naeem Jan
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I made this recipe for a 4th of July party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the presentation was beautiful.


Kiberu Trevor
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This recipe is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is grilled to perfection and the flavors are amazing.


King Lemuel
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe is a game-changer. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the red, white, and blueberries add a delicious touch.


mdraj rafi
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This chicken is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the red, white, and blueberries.


ajay Shrivastav
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the presentation was beautiful.


Lanya Jackson
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I've never been a fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the red, white, and blueberries added a delicious touch.


LewysChannel Mitton
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the flavors are out of this world.


Thembeka Notsulwana
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the red, white, and blueberries added a festive touch.


HA Skiller
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked through but still moist.


Nabil Bouakil
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing.


Magoid The ATO Tone
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the flavors were incredible.


Athande Sunday
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This chicken was so moist and flavorful. I loved the combination of the red, white, and blueberries. I will definitely be making this again.


Gregory Wright
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I made this recipe for a 4th of July party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the presentation was beautiful. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


janet chase
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the flavors of the red, white, and blueberries were amazing together. I will definitely be making this again soon.