Grilled Chicken With Fireworks Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken With Fireworks Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for rubbing; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ¼ cup sweet smoked paprika; ⅔ cup ketchup; ¼ cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 pinches cayenne pepper; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 1/2 pounds)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for rubbing
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
¼ cup sweet smoked paprika
⅔ cup ketchup
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 pinches cayenne pepper
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 1/2 pounds)

1
Preheat a grill to medium-hot or a grill pan to medium-low.
2
Place the 3 tablespoons of oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute, then stir in the paprika and cook for 1 minute more.
4
Add 1 cup of water and the ketchup, lemon juice, orange juice concentrate, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and cayenne pepper.
5
Season the sauce with salt and pepper and simmer until slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
6
Reserve half of the sauce to serve at the table.
7
Coat the chicken breasts with oil and grill for 3 minutes on each side.
8
Brush some of the sauce on both sides of the chicken and continue grilling until cooked through and still juicy, about 3 minutes more per side.
9
Serve with the reserved sauce.

395

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Fat

Carbs

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: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for rubbing, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, ¼ cup sweet smoked paprika, ⅔ cup ketchup, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken With Fireworks 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 With Fireworks Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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