Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce
45 min.
10
247kcal

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Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce: A Flavorful, Gluten-Free, and Dairy-Free Delight

Are you a fan of bold flavors and seeking a delicious, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal option? Look no further! This Grilled Chicken Drummettes recipe, paired with a unique Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce, is sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this dish is easy to prepare and ready in just 45 minutes.

With each drummette boasting a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, this recipe serves 10 and comes in at an average of 247 calories per serving. The star of the show is the homemade Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce, made from a delightful combination of apple cider vinegar, dried tart cherries, and large dried ancho chilies. The sauce is then blended with a medley of spices, ketchup, molasses, and chopped onions to create a rich, thick glaze that's simply irresistible.

To keep this recipe gluten-free and dairy-free, we've carefully selected ingredients and ensured that no cross-contamination occurs during preparation. The chicken drummettes are seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then grilled to perfection before being brushed with the homemade sauce. The result? A tender, juicy chicken dish with a mouth-watering crust that's bursting with flavor.

So why wait? Dive into this delightful Grilled Chicken Drummettes with Ancho-Cherry Barbecue Sauce and experience a meal that's both delicious and suitable for various dietary needs. It's time to elevate your barbecue game and enjoy a memorable meal with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.8 cup cherries dried
  • pounds chicken wings 
  • ounce pepper flakes dried stemmed seeded
  • 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark packed ()
  •  garlic clove 
  • pinch ground cloves 
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.8 cup catsup 
  • tablespoons blackstrap molasses light ()
  • 0.8 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • grill

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients except chicken in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer until chilies and cherries are tender, about 20 minutes. Working in batches, purée mixture in blender. Return sauce to pan. If necessary, simmer uncovered until sauce is reduced to 3 cups and thickens. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.)
  2. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  3. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Grill until just cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  4. Brush sauce over; continue grilling until glazed, turning chicken and basting often with more sauce, about 5 minutes longer.
  5. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories247kcal
Protein23.03%
Fat43.76%
Carbs33.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.8
Glycemic Load
2.8
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.391304301179%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.13mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Peonidin
0.16mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
0.52mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.61mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:246.82kcal
12.34%
Fat:11.84g
18.22%
Saturated Fat:3.31g
20.68%
Carbohydrates:20.23g
6.74%
Net Carbohydrates:19.61g
7.13%
Sugar:17.54g
19.49%
Cholesterol:56.58mg
18.86%
Sodium:223.9mg
9.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.02g
28.05%
Vitamin B3:4.75mg
23.75%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.51%
Selenium:12.91µg
18.45%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.49%
Phosphorus:114.84mg
11.48%
Potassium:339.04mg
9.69%
Magnesium:36.13mg
9.03%
Vitamin C:7.17mg
8.69%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.28%
Iron:1.29mg
7.18%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.74%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.18%
Copper:0.1mg
4.99%
Vitamin A:234.28IU
4.69%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.92%
Calcium:39.24mg
3.92%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.45%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.43%
Fiber:0.62g
2.47%
Folate:8µg
2%
Vitamin K:1.23µg
1.17%
Source:Epicurious