Grilled Chicken with Blueberry BBQ Sauce
Grilled Chicken with Blueberry BBQ Sauce is a tantalizing dish that transforms your summer cookouts into a gourmet experience. Juicy chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and glazed with a luscious blueberry BBQ sauce that harmonizes sweet and tangy flavors. This easy-to-make recipe not only delights the palate but also creates cherished moments with family and friends. Perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy dinners, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken to a zip-top bag, pour in marinade, seal tightly, and massage to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Make the Blueberry BBQ Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, mix blueberries, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (375°F).
- Grill the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Glaze with Sauce: Brush blueberry BBQ sauce on chicken during the last few minutes of grilling for caramelization.
- Serve: Drizzle additional sauce on top before serving alongside grilled veggies or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg