Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbec

Name: Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups apple cider vinegar; 3/4 cup ketchup; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 3/4 cup dried tart cherries; 1/3 cup (packed) dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup water; 3 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses; 2 large dried ancho chilies (about 1 ounce), stemmed, seeded; 2 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; Pinch of ground cloves; 3 pounds chicken wing drummettes

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup dried tart cherries
1/3 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses
2 large dried ancho chilies (about 1 ounce), stemmed, seeded
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Pinch of ground cloves
3 pounds chicken wing drummettes

1
Combine all ingredients except chicken in heavy medium saucepan.
2
Bring to boil.
3
Reduce heat to medium-low.
4
Cover; simmer until chilies and cherries are tender, about 20 minutes.
5
Working in batches, puree mixture in blender.
6
Return sauce to pan.
7
If necessary, simmer uncovered until sauce is reduced to 3 cups and thickens.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
(Can be made 3 days ahead.
10
Cover and chill.)
11
Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
12
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
13
Grill until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
14
Brush sauce over; continue grilling until glazed, turning chicken and basting often with more sauce, about 5 minutes longer.
15
Serve with remaining sauce.

785

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups apple cider vinegar, 3/4 cup ketchup, 3/4 cup chopped onion, 3/4 cup dried tart cherries, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce

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