Maple-Barbecued Chicken Recipe

Name: Maple-Barbecued Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup white-wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 cup vegetable oil; 5 whole chicken breasts (with skin and bone), halved; 10 chicken thighs; 10 chicken drumsticks; 10 chicken wings; maple barbecue sauce (recipe follows) for basting and as an accompaniment; 2 large onions, chopped fine; 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard; 1 1/4 cups ketchup; 2 1/2 cups chicken broth; 3/4 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Servings: persons

1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
5 whole chicken breasts (with skin and bone), halved
10 chicken thighs
10 chicken drumsticks
10 chicken wings
maple barbecue sauce (recipe follows) for basting and as an accompaniment
2 large onions, chopped fine
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1 1/4 cups ketchup
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

1
In a bowl whisk together the vinegar and the salt, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the marinade until it is emulsified.
2
Divide the chicken pieces between 2 large bowls, pour the marinade over them, and let the chicken marinate, covered and chilled, overnight.
3
Grill the chicken on an oiled rack set about 4 inches over glowing coals for 10 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through, baste it with some of the barbecue sauce, and grill it, turning it, for 2 minutes more.
4
Serve the chicken with the remaining sauce.
5
In a large heavy saucepan combine the onions, the oil, the Worcestershire sauce, the mustard, the ketchup, the broth, the vinegar, and the syrup, bring the mixture to a boil, and simmer it, stirring occasionally, for 50 minutes, or until it is reduced to about 3 1/3 cups.
6
The sauce may be made 1 week in advance and kept covered and chilled.

2532

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

302

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1/2 cup white-wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 cup vegetable oil, 5 whole chicken breasts (with skin and bone), halved, and more.

Yes, Maple-Barbecued Chicken 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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Maple-Barbecued Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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