Can I use frozen blackberries instead of fresh ones?

Yes, frozen blackberries can be used if fresh ones are not available. Just be sure to thaw them before mashing.

Can I make the BBQ sauce ahead of time?

Yes, the blackberry BBQ sauce can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for several months.

Can I cook the chicken in an oven instead of a grill?

Yes, you can bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. For the best flavor, you should still baste the chicken with the BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.

What can I serve with this dish?

This dish pairs well with classic BBQ sides such as coleslaw, potato salad, corn on the cob, or a fresh green salad.

Blackberry Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe on Grilled Chicken Thighs -

Name: Blackberry Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe on Grilled Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 Ounces, Blackberries; 1 cup, Ketchup; ½ teaspoon(s), Spices, onion powder; ½ teaspoon, Garlic powder; ½ teaspoon, Salt; ½ teaspoon, ground, Black pepper; 1 teaspoon, Spices, chili powder; 2 tablespoon(s), Vinegar, cider; 1/8 teaspoon, Spices, pepper, red or cayenne; 1 tablespoon(s), Sauce, worcestershire; 2 Tablespoon, Molasses; 8 medium Chicken Thighs; Salt and Pepper To Taste

Description

This Blackberry Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe on Grilled Chicken Thighs are absolutely delicious and tasty. Get that grill out for some beautiful, special chicken thighs with this delicious barbeque sauce.

Ingredients

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12 Ounces, Blackberries
1 cup, Ketchup
½ teaspoon(s), Spices, onion powder
½ teaspoon, Garlic powder
½ teaspoon, Salt
½ teaspoon, ground, Black pepper
1 teaspoon, Spices, chili powder
2 tablespoon(s), Vinegar, cider
1/8 teaspoon, Spices, pepper, red or cayenne
1 tablespoon(s), Sauce, worcestershire
2 Tablespoon, Molasses
8 medium Chicken Thighs
Salt and Pepper To Taste

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Instructions

Mash blackberries in a bowl with a potato masher, bartending muddler, or another item appropriate for mashing.
Place blackberry mush into a fine strainer and use a wooden spoon to help push the juice through the strainer
Once strained, add all ingredients to a pan and mix
Bring to a simmer
Simmer and mix for a minimum of 15 minutes
Remove from heat and set aside
Preheat grill to 450° degrees Fahrenheit, making sure to have a direct heat zone and indirect heat area
Place thighs (skin side up) on indirect heat for 10 minutes
flip and cook skin side down for 10 minutes
Brush both sides with BBQ and cook on each side over direct heat for 3 minutes
Use a thermometer to measure the temperature. If thickest part of meat 165° Fahrenheit, remove. If not, keep cooking and regularly check until you hit 165° Fahrenheit.
Remove and allow to rest for 3-5 minutes
Add remaining BBQ sauce as a side for each thigh
EAT

Notes

Buy Fresh Blackberries – Fresh, ripe blackberries should be deeply colored and plump. They should be free from signs of being crushed, dented, and there should not be any mold. When picking from a bush, they should not be bright red, but a dark full reddish color and easily pulled from the plant. Much like a raspberry.
Clean your grill – Having a clean grill can help prevent sticking and just makes it a bit nicer.
Indirect and then Direct Heat – The most of the cooking time should be spent on the indirect heat and then the last several minutes on the direct heat zone.
Use a thermometer! – Use that meat thermometer to get your temp to safe chicken temperature of 165° degrees Fahrenheit.
Double the sauce – If you like extra sauce, double the sauce ingredients.