Grilled Chicken with Spicy Glaze (View Print Version)

Grill juicy chicken with a spicy peach sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 chicken drumsticks
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Spicy Peach Glaze

05 - 2/3 cup peach preserves or jam
06 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
09 - 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce, to taste
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

# Method:

01 - Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F).
02 - Pat chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
03 - In a small saucepan, combine peach preserves, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, hot sauce, garlic, and ginger. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes. Set aside.
04 - Place drumsticks on the grill. Cook for 25–30 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and skin is golden.
05 - During the last 10 minutes of grilling, brush the drumsticks generously with the spicy peach glaze, turning and glazing a few times until sticky and caramelized.
06 - Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with extra glaze on the side, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It combines the irresistible sweetness of peaches with a spicy kick—you’ll keep going back for more.
  • Perfect for casual get-togethers, this dish is easy to whip up with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
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  • Don’t rush the glaze-making process; letting it simmer just right is what brings all those flavors together.
  • If using fresh peaches instead of preserves, be prepared for a different texture and sweetness level!
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  • Investing in a good grill thermometer can make all the difference.
  • A basting brush works wonders for glazing—don't forget to keep it handy!
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