Mario Batali'S Grilled Chicken Napolitano Recipe

Name: Mario Batali'S Grilled Chicken Napolitano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Hellmann's(R) or Best Foods(R) Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons hot sauce; 8 chicken thighs; 1 cup Hellmann's(R) or Best Foods(R) Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing; 6 scallions; 1/4 cup pesto; 1/4 cup black olives; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes; parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 cup Hellmann's(R) or Best Foods(R) Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons hot sauce
8 chicken thighs
1 cup Hellmann's(R) or Best Foods(R) Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing
6 scallions
1/4 cup pesto
1/4 cup black olives
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
parsley

1
In a large mixing bowl, stir together 1/2 cup Hellmann's(R) or Best Foods(R) Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing, vinegar, brown sugar and hot sauce until smooth. Add the chicken thighs and stir around until evenly coated. Place in refrigerator at least an hour or overnight.
2
Preheat a grill, grill pan or the broiler.
3
Make the Salsarama: In a medium mixing bowl, stir together Mayonnaise Dressing, half of the scallions, the pesto, olives and sun-dried tomatoes to form a nice creamy sauce. Set aside.
4
Place thighs on grill and cook, turning once, until deep dark golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a platter and spoon the Salsarama over, then sprinkle each piece with remaining scallions and torn fresh herbs (if using).

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup Hellmann's(R) or Best Foods(R) Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons hot sauce, and more.

Yes, Mario Batali'S Grilled Chicken Napolitano 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!

Mario Batali'S Grilled Chicken Napolitano

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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