Cherry Chipotle BBQ Chicken Thighs
These Cherry Chipotle BBQ Chicken Thighs offer a smoky, sweet, and spicy flavor perfect for a flavorful dinner that’s easy to prepare and grill to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup cherry preserves
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine cherry preserves, minced chipotle peppers, garlic, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, and cumin. Mix well to create the BBQ sauce.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Brush the chicken thighs generously with the cherry chipotle BBQ sauce.
- Grill the chicken thighs skin-side down for about 6-7 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Flip the chicken and continue to grill for another 6-8 minutes, brushing more sauce on periodically, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra sweetness, serve with grilled pineapple slices or a fresh cherry salsa on the side.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/cherry-chipotle-bbq-chicken-thighs/