Grilled Duck Breast With Prickly Pear Bbq Sauce

Name: Grilled Duck Breast With Prickly Pear Bbq Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: BBQ Sauce; 2 cups chili sauce; 2 cups ketchup; 1 cup prickly pear jelly; 1/4 cup honey; 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 6 maple leaf farms boneless duck breasts, 5-6 ounces each; as needed vegetable oil; as needed flat leaf parsley; as needed habanero pepper

Servings: persons

BBQ Sauce
2 cups chili sauce
2 cups ketchup
1 cup prickly pear jelly
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon salt
6 maple leaf farms boneless duck breasts, 5-6 ounces each
as needed vegetable oil
as needed flat leaf parsley
as needed habanero pepper

1
Combine BBQ sauce ingredients; simmer for one hour. Cover and place in refrigerator until cold, about 2 hours. Reserve 1 cup of BBQ sauce for basting.
2
Pour remaining BBQ sauce over duck breasts. Marinate covered in the refrigerator for 1/2 hour. Turn breasts over; marinate for 1/2 hour more. Remove breasts; discard marinade.
3
Preheat grill. On a well oiled grill, cook duck, skin side down, 7 minutes. Flip breast over, cook 3 minutes. While grilling, baste with reserved sauce. If needed, finish cooking in a 350u00b0F oven to bring internal temperature to 155u00b0F.
4
Let duck breast rest 2 minutes. Slice duck breast across the grain. Fan slices on plate. Serve with cilantro garlic potato puree and green chile black beans. Garnish with parsley and habaneros.

173

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Protein

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: BBQ Sauce, 2 cups chili sauce, 2 cups ketchup, 1 cup prickly pear jelly, and more.

Yes, Grilled Duck Breast With Prickly Pear Bbq 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!