Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Chicken Thighs with Asian Cherry Sauce

Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 boneless chicken thighs with skin
For the Sauce:
  • 1 cup dried sour cherries
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar

 Directions
Prepare a hot, cleaned and oiled grill. On a plate, mix together the garlic powder, black pepper and sugar and salt. Roll the chicken in the spice mix. Place on the grill and cook on both sides for a total cooking time of only 10-15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
For the sauce:
Combine remaining ingredients, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes until reduced. Serve on top of sliced chicken thighs. Goes great with a spatzel or rice.