Description
This Smoky Chipotle Beer BBQ Chicken with Creamed Grilled Corn combines smoky, spicy flavors with creamy, sweet corn for a delicious and satisfying meal. Marinated in a chipotle-beer mixture, the chicken is grilled to perfection and served alongside a rich, velvety creamed corn made from freshly grilled kernels.
Ingredients
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For the Chipotle Beer BBQ Chicken Marinade:
- 2 chipotle peppers (for a milder taste, smoked paprika can be used)
- 1 cup beer (non-alcoholic beer can be used for a kid-friendly option)
- 1/4 cup honey (maple syrup works as a vegan alternative)
- 1/2 cup ketchup (homemade ketchup is a fun swap)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (lemon juice is a fine substitute)
- 4 chicken breasts (tofu or jackfruit for plant-based choices)
For the Creamed Grilled Corn:
- 3 cups corn (frozen corn can substitute fresh if needed)
- 2 tablespoons butter (vegan butter for a dairy-free version)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (coconut milk is a non-dairy alternative)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all your ingredients and ensure your grill is clean and ready for use.
- Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C), to ensure it’s hot enough for cooking the chicken and corn efficiently.
- Mix Marinade: In a bowl, combine chipotle peppers, beer, honey, ketchup, and lime juice. Whisk the mixture until smooth. Place the chicken breasts into a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Grill Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the leftover marinade. Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the chicken occasionally with the reserved marinade to enhance the smoky, tangy flavor.
- Grill Corn: About five minutes before the chicken is done, place the corn on the grill. Rotate the corn occasionally for around 10 minutes until it’s nicely charred and tender.
- Make Creamed Corn: Once the corn is grilled, cut the kernels off the cob. In a pot, combine the grilled corn kernels with butter, heavy cream or coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir over low heat until the mixture is creamy and heated through.
- Serve: Plate the smoky chipotle beer BBQ chicken alongside the creamed grilled corn. Drizzle additional barbecue sauce over the chicken if desired, and enjoy your flavorful meal!
Notes
- For a milder spice, substitute chipotle peppers with smoked paprika.
- Non-alcoholic beer can be used to make this dish kid-friendly.
- Maple syrup is a great vegan substitute for honey.
- Use vegan butter and coconut milk to make the creamed corn dairy-free.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Grilled fresh corn adds an authentic smoky flavor to the creamed corn, but frozen corn can be used in a pinch.
