Dr Pepper Chipotle BBQ Grilled Chicken
A flavorful twist on grilled chicken featuring a zesty marinade made with Dr Pepper, chipotle, and BBQ sauce that guarantees tenderness and bold flavor.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1 cup Dr Pepper Regular or diet version can be used.
- ½ cup BBQ sauce Choose your favorite brand.
- 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce Adjust to taste for spice level.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional: can use any cooking oil.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste Use according to preference.
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Make sure they are thawed.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients, ensuring chicken is thawed.
- In a bowl, mix together Dr Pepper, BBQ sauce, chipotle sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Grilling
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade, discarding the leftover marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Brush chicken with additional BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Remove from grill and let rest for several minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve as desired.
Notes
To avoid bland chicken, ensure marinating time is sufficient. You can mix in fresh herbs for added flavor. To cater to vegan or gluten-free diets, substitute chicken and verify BBQ sauce ingredients accordingly.