Strawberry Balsamic BBQ Chicken (Printable)

Grilled chicken glazed with sweet-tangy strawberry balsamic BBQ sauce for flavorful summer dishes.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Strawberry Balsamic BBQ Sauce

05 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
06 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
07 - 1/4 cup ketchup
08 - 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
09 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free if needed)
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Combine strawberries, balsamic vinegar, ketchup, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
02 - Simmer mixture for 8 to 10 minutes until strawberries soften. Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender. Return to heat and simmer for 5 more minutes until thickened. Season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
03 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
04 - Cook chicken on the grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
05 - Brush strawberry balsamic BBQ sauce generously over the chicken during the last 2 to 3 minutes of grilling on each side to allow caramelization.
06 - Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra sauce if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The strawberry balsamic BBQ sauce transforms the usual grilled chicken into something you’ll be craving again next week.
  • This easy summertime recipe doubles as an impressive main for both casual family meals and spontaneous backyard parties.
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  • If you rush the sauce-thickening step, you’ll be left with a runny glaze that slides off instead of coating the chicken.
  • I discovered glazing the chicken in the final minutes—rather than from the start—prevents burning and gives you that beautiful, caramelized finish.
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  • Blending the sauce while it’s hot makes it silky smooth and helps all the flavors shine.
  • Don’t skip tasting and adjusting seasoning—sometimes a pinch more salt or honey is the secret to making the berries sing.
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