The recipe featured served as an idea for me as I didn't have the spices called for and cutting the chicken into kabobs seemed like a lot of trouble. I had spent the morning in Vermont with my sister-in-law and my afternoon was spent playing with Miss Monkey so getting dinner on the table as quickly and easily as possible was my goal. I really don't think I had skewers for kabobs anyway and besides, I made a recipe like it was written
The smoky paprika chipotle seasoning was mixed with the sugar and...
The bacon was pureed in my mini chopper. It took a few turns to get it all chopped up; but my little mini chopper did the trick.
It certainly didn't look very appetizing; but, I knew that it was going to be delicious. I spread the bacon on both sides of the chicken and sprinkled them with the spices.
Once the chicken was coated, I placed them on the grill until they were almost up to temp.
While the chicken was getting happy on the grill, I grabbed the ingredients for the barbecue sauce.....Ketchup, Dijon Mustard, Molasses, Apple Cider Vinegar, Sriracha, Brown Sugar and Onion. Mixed all together in a saucepan and simmered over medium heat until it was reduced to about a cup, it became the most amazing barbecue sauce.
I set aside about a half of a cup and used the rest to brush on the chicken while it was still on the grill. This recipe was fantastic. It is definitely going to be something that we make time and again. The chicken was unbelievably moist and full of flavor. David's reaction was the true measure of this recipe. He is not normally a huge barbecue fan; however, he loved this one. His comment was that if we could make barbecue sauce this good, why would we ever buy it. I have to say that I agree. With a side of curry rice and some steamed broccoli, it was our favorite meal last week. Summer is on its way out; but, please don't let it end without giving this recipe a try. You can get the recipe by visiting Elly Says Opa! here. You are going to love it.
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...that might be the best idea EVER!
ReplyDeleteI'm now thinking of all the stuff I can slather in bacon paste. YUM!
Sold! I must go over to get this recipe, it sounds (and looks) amazing. I'm loving the use of the bacon. I can just imagine biting in. Thanks Candace! :D
ReplyDeleteGenious! I am pinning this to try later, it looks so good & such an original idea! Whenever I see a recipe that uses bacon, I feel like the dog in that old Bacon Bites dog snack commercial...'Bacon Bacon Bacon Bacon Bacon BACON' lol I would love it if you shared this on my blog hop, Makin' You Crave Monday, over at MrsHappyHomemaker.com!
ReplyDeleteWOW that looks so good! You impress me all the time! ~Hugs, M
ReplyDeleteI really can't imagine anyone who WOULDN'T fall head over heels for this!
ReplyDeleteWow this sounds absolutely delicious!! hi i know its been a long time but i love reading your blog i hope you dont mind!
ReplyDeletenever thought about using bacon these sound awesome
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting idea of using bacon. This I should try. I bet is addictive. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a nice week dear Candace.
Delish, I get all into this rubbing stuff!
ReplyDeleteThis does look fantastic, Candace! Another recipe I'm going to have to try. Looks like a nice fall meal (and we were at 46 degrees here this morning!) :-) Thanks for the recipe.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great way to keep chicken breasts moist.
ReplyDeleteGosh this sounds sooooo good!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kat
A bacon rub??? There are no words to describe how AWESOME that is!!! I must try this!
ReplyDeleteLots of yummy love,
Alex aka Ma What's For Dinner
www.mawhats4dinner.com
You had me at bacon, but then you added the smoky chipotle and this recipe looks so fantastic!
ReplyDeleteLOVE your sauce and the combination of bacon with chipotle- incredibly tempting BBQ chicken!!
ReplyDeleteHi, there! Thanks for the sweet comment about my lime slush. Btw, You've got so much creativity and I'm admiring them all. Can you share your creative posts at my Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop? Hope to see you there :)
ReplyDeleteAMAZING! My gang are all bacon addicts, so when they come to visit I am always looks for something different to try; I hit the jackpot here. Thank you; great blog you have here; going to check out some recipes.
ReplyDeleteRita
This recipe is saying....MAKE ME RIGHT NOW!! YUM
ReplyDeleteThat sounds amazing.
ReplyDeletePureeing bacon. Absolute genius!
ReplyDeletethe best idea I have ever seen and I am not just saying that. when i tell my husband he is going to flip. I mean what is better than just bacon, bacon over a nice juicy chicken! Love it!
ReplyDeleteLooks amazing! I would have never thought to use bacon in a rub. Thanks for the great idea.
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know that you were featured in this weeks edition of Makin' You Crave Monday! Come by & grab a button - and I would love it if you shared your latest on this weeks blog party!
ReplyDeleteI'll take this and the potato dish for dinner tonight please. And maybe a side of the massaged kale salad if I have to eat a vegetable ;) I definitely think it would make me feel better!
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