GRILLED CHICKEN WITH APRICOT-BALSAMIC GLAZE

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Categories     Sauce     Chicken     Quick & Easy     Summer     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Tbs. unsalted butter
1/2 cup apricot preserves (preferably without corn syrup; I like St. Dalfour's)
3 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
Kosher salt
Vegetable oil for the grill
Two 4-lb. chickens, each cut into 8 pieces, or 5 to 6 lb. good-quality bone-in skin-on chicken thighs, drumsticks, and breasts, each breast half cut into two pieces
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the preserves, vinegar, red pepper flakes, rosemary, and a large pinch of salt; stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. (If making ahead, store covered in the refrigerator. Before using, warm over low heat to loosen the consistency.) Prepare a medium gas or charcoal grill fire. Using a stiff wire brush, scrub the cooking grate thoroughly. Dip a folded paper towel into vegetable oil and, using tongs, rub it over the grill grate. Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper. Set the parts skin side down on the grill. Cook, covered, until the skin is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Stay near the grill, especially during the first 10 minutes, to manage any flare-ups, by moving pieces out of the way. If the chicken is browning too quickly, turn the heat down slightly or close the vents partially. Flip the chicken and cook until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F in the thickest part of each piece, 5 to 10 minutes more. The thighs, legs, and thinner breast pieces are apt to cook a little faster than the thicker breast pieces. Transfer each piece to a platter when done and tent with foil. When all the chicken is done, brush it with the glaze on all sides. Return the chicken to the grill and cook for another minute or so on each side to caramelize the glaze. Brush the chicken with any remaining glaze and serve.

Junior Persaud
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This dish is a must-try!


James Kemp
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Two thumbs up!


Alex Sakib
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This recipe is a winner!


Chioma Ibeh
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I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Brylynn Sanders
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes.


Dom Hamilton
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Highly recommend!


Supun Rasika
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5 stars!


Astrid Coulibaly
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Super Boy
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I've never been a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the glaze was amazing.


joel cabrera
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, but it's not too difficult to make.


Urmila Khatun
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's something different, but it's still easy to make.


Petra Jones
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I made this recipe for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint!


rahmat ullah karwan
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


sangit raaga
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious dish.


Exposure Cgh
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a double batch and freeze half of it for later.


Tiana Francis
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I wasn't sure how the apricot and balsamic vinegar would go together, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors complement each other perfectly.


jalaks jalaksan
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The apricot balsamic glaze is what really makes this dish special. It's so easy to make, but it adds so much flavor.


Kelly Perkiss1
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jarin Akther Jarin
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.