Maple And Chipotle Broiler-Barbecued Chicken Thighs

Name: Maple And Chipotle Broiler-Barbecued Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the sauce; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup pure maple syrup; 2 Tbs. mild unsulfured molasses; 2 Tbs. cider vinegar; 1 Tbs. minced chipotle chiles (from a can of chipotles in adobo); 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp. dry mustard; 1 tsp. onion powder; 1/2 tsp. garlic powder; For the chicken; 1 Tbs. sweet smoked paprika; 1 Tbs. packed dark brown sugar; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1 tsp. onion powder; 1/2 tsp. chipotle powder; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 8 large bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 lb.), skinned; Vegetable oil, for brushing; Tip: Chicken skin tends to cause flare-ups in the broiler, so be sure to remove it.

Servings: persons

For the sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
2 Tbs. mild unsulfured molasses
2 Tbs. cider vinegar
1 Tbs. minced chipotle chiles (from a can of chipotles in adobo)
1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
For the chicken
1 Tbs. sweet smoked paprika
1 Tbs. packed dark brown sugar
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. chipotle powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 large bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 lb.), skinned
Vegetable oil, for brushing
Tip: Chicken skin tends to cause flare-ups in the broiler, so be sure to remove it.

1
Make the sauce
2
In a 1- to 2-quart saucepan, whisk together the ketchup, maple syrup, molasses, vinegar, chipotles, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently for 15 minutes to meld the flavors. Set aside.
3
Make the chicken
4
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chipotle powder, 1-1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Arrange the chicken on a platter or baking sheet, sprinkle both sides with the spice rub, and pat gently. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
5
Position a rack about 4 inches from the broiler and heat the broiler on high. Line the top rack of a broiler pan with foil and slit or puncture the foil at the openings to allow fat to drain.
6
Brush both sides of the chicken with oil and arrange skin side down on the pan. Broil for 5 minutes. Flip the chicken with tongs (rearranging them if the broiler heat isn't even) and broil until they're barely pink inside when cut into, 4 to 5 minutes. Brush the chicken with some of the sauce and broil until the sauce begins to caramelize, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip and brush the chicken with more sauce; broil until they're just cooked through (165u00b0F), and the sauce is nicely caramelized, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer the chicken to a clean platter and let rest 10 minutes before serving.

635

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the sauce, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, 2 Tbs. mild unsulfured molasses, and more.

Yes, Maple And Chipotle Broiler-Barbecued Chicken Thighs 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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