Blueberry Chili Chicken

Blueberry Chili Chicken are beautifully browned chicken breasts that simmer to a tender finish in an easy-to-make zippy blueberry chili sauce.

This delicious chicken dinner can be on your family dinner in a matter of minutes and with only a handful of ingredients. It's as fresh flavorful as it is easy to prepare.

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• The ingredient list:
• Why chicken breast for this recipe?
• How long can chicken breasts be stored in the freezer?
• How to make Blueberry BBQ Sauce:
• The easy instructions:
• The proper internal temperature for boneless chicken:
• The garnish and the flavor of blueberry chicken:
• How long will the leftover keep in the refrigerator?
• Can blueberry chili chicken be frozen after cooking?
• Additional chicken recipes:
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The ingredient list:

• boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• grapeseed oil (or other light colored oil)
• fresh blueberries
• ketchup
• brown sugar
• apple cider vinegar
• 4-ounce can of fire-roasted chiles (more if you like a lot of heat)
• garlic
• salt and pepper
• fresh blueberries (optional for garnish)
• fresh jalapeno slices (optional for garnish, or if you like a lot of heat)

Why chicken breast for this recipe?

• Chicken is one of my favorite things to serve for dinner because it's affordable and so versatile.
• When you find chicken breast on sale in the market, if you're able, why not pick up an extra package or two and store them in the freezer?
• Buying organic chicken is also the best way to ensure the best, most flavorful chicken, so if you can, I always recommend buying organic.
• All that said, this Blueberry BBQ Sauce also tastes great on pork, beef, and even seafood. Why not experiment to see what you like best?

How long can chicken breasts be stored in the freezer?

• When wrapped correctly, frozen chicken breast can be stored in the freezer for up to 9 months.
• I suggest taking the chicken breasts out of the store packaging, wrapping them in freezer paper and then placing them inside zip-top freezer bags that have been well marked with what is inside of the bag, and the date that it was stored. That way you'll always know for certain that your chicken breast is as fresh and flavorful as the day it was purchased.

How to make Blueberry BBQ Sauce:

Making the homemade blueberry BBQ sauce couldn't be easier.

• In a large saucepan mix the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, chilis, garlic, and blueberries.
• Simmer over medium heat until reduced and thickened.
• This homemade blueberry BBQ sauce is great on chicken, fish, pork, ribs, you name it!!

The easy instructions:

• Stir together the blueberries, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and fire roasted chilies.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
• Season both sides of the chicken breast with salt and pepper.

• Brown the chicken breast on both sides.
• Add the blueberry BBQ sauce to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium.
• Bring the sauce to a simmer.

• Cover the pan and allow the chicken to simmer until cooked through.
• The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165-degrees Fahrenheit, or when it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear.
• To serve, spoon the blueberry BBQ sauce over the chicken breasts and garnish with fresh blueberries and sliced jalapeno peppers.

The proper internal temperature for boneless chicken:

You'll know when the chicken is cooked through when the temperature reads 170 - degrees Fahrenheit on an instant read thermometer.

The garnish and the flavor of blueberry chicken:

I chose to garnish and serve this blueberry chicken recipe with fresh blueberries and a few slices of fresh jalapeno for color.

My husband was slightly apprehensive about this dish when I sat it on the dinner table in front of him. But, after his first bite, he was hooked and gave this recipe a firm two-thumbs-up sign of approval. 

This recipe for Blueberry BBQ Sauce (as written) is sweet with just a little bit of heat.

If you're want to tame the heat, cut back on the amount chili's called for.

If you're looking to kick the heat up, add more fire-roasted to the mix, and why not add a few diced jalapenos also?

Make it as hot as you like. It's your recipe now!

How long will the leftover keep in the refrigerator?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in a microwave safe dish on medium power for 3-4 minutes, or on the stovetop in a skillet over medium/low heat.

Can blueberry chili chicken be frozen after cooking?

Yes. Store the cooked chicken and sauce in an airtight freezer container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Additional chicken recipes:

• Grilled Pineapple Brown Sugar Chicken
• Easy Chicken Beer Bake with Almonds
• Pecan Chicken with Blue Cheese Sauce
• Gingerbread Chicken Thighs
• French Onion Chicken
• Orange Cashew Chicken Salad
• Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

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