SPICY SWEET-AND-SOUR GRILLED CHICKEN

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Provided by Alexis Touchet

Categories     Chicken     Onion     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Vinegar     Hot Pepper     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Chile Pepper     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Sauce:
1 cup water
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons tomato paste (from a 6-ounce can)
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup distilled white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup minced onion (about 1 medium)
1/3 cup minced serrano or jalapeño chiles with seeds
1/4 cup minced garlic (about 9 large cloves)
Chicken:
6 large chicken drumsticks (about 1 1/2 pounds)
6 large chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), trimmed of any excess fat and skin
Lime wedges for serving
Special Equipment
Instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Stir together water and tomato paste in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan until smooth, then stir in remaining sauce ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring, then reduce heat and briskly simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is reduced to 2 1/4 cups, 50 to 60 minutes. Stir frequently toward end of cooking to prevent sticking. Reserve 1 cup sauce for serving.
  • Prepare grill for indirect-heat grilling over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas grills; see Grilling Procedure ).
  • Pat chicken dry (do not season with salt and pepper). Lightly oil grill rack and place chicken, skin side down, on area with no coals underneath (over turned-off burner if using gas). Grill, covered, turning once, until chicken registers 165°F, 22 to 25 minutes. (Chicken may appear pale; no cause for worry.)
  • Brush generously all over with some of sauce, then move chicken directly over coals (turned-on burners if using gas). Grill chicken, covered, turning and moving to area with no coals or heat underneath if flare-ups occur, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes more. (Add more charcoal during grilling if necessary to maintain heat.)
  • Serve chicken with reserved sauce.

Simon Litwachi
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual grilled chicken routine.


Zikera Williams
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables.


Bensamet Zakaria
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


T_O_I_L_E_T R_A_M_E_N
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken and this recipe didn't disappoint.


Phawlos Gtieetnnt
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your grilled chicken routine.


Irma Beaupre
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Md Sabbir Hossen TUFAN
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Adebola Claudette
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it.


Ha-ri Shin
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I'm not usually a fan of grilled chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful.


Fortnite gamer
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This was the best grilled chicken I've ever had. The marinade really made a difference.


Prince Suhail
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce.


Xurmo Daacad
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour.


Minal Atif
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I love the combination of sweet and sour flavors in this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Jonathan Jony
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This grilled chicken was a hit with my family! The marinade made the chicken so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.