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Blueberry BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Two classic summer favorites — blueberries and barbecue join forces in this tangy and sweet sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Grill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Calories 516 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • 2 Small bowls
  • Mixing spoon
  • Measuring cup(s)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Paper towel
  • Blender
  • Pastry brush
  • Serving platter

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In small bowl, stir oil, poultry seasoning, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Pat chicken dry with paper towel; rub with oil mixture.
  • In blender, purée garlic, blueberries, red onion, stock, fruit spread, ketchup and vinegar. Makes about 1 ½ cups.
  • In small bowl, reserve 1 cup of the blueberry mixture. Place chicken on hot grill rack; cover and cook 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°, turning frequently. During last 5 minutes of cooking, brush both sides of chicken with remaining ½ cup blueberry mixture. Transfer to serving platter; serve with 1 cup reserved blueberry mixture and garnish chicken with green onion, if desired.

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Notes

For a little extra kick, use chili sauce instead of ketchup. 

Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 516kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 44gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 244mgSodium: 593mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g
Keyword BBQ, Dairy-Free, Family Friendly, Gluten-Free, Grilling Recipes, High Protein, Holidays, Kid Friendly, Party Food
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