GRILLED MAPLE-CHILE CHICKEN

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The sweet-spicy marinade really intensifies the chicken's grilled flavors and elevates it to a new high for chicken! For a wonderfully deep maple flavor, use a dark amber syrup, if you can find it. Time does not include 30 minutes to 1 hour of marinating time.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 large onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
kosher salt
1/4 cup pure maple syrup (real maple syrup only)
1 tablespoon chinese chili paste with garlic
4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Toss onion slices with 2 teaspoons of salt on a shallow dish. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Add maple syrup and chili paste and stir to combine.
  • Add chicken breasts and coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Spray your grill with cooking spray and light it.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and brush off most of the onion.
  • Grill the chicken over a moderately hot fire for about 4 minutes per side, or until lightly charred and cooked through.
  • Transfer to a platter and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 140, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 12.7, Protein 25.3

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