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.