Maple, Orange And Basil Chicken Legs

Total Time: 6 hrs 35 mins Preparation Time: 6 hrs Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• pepper

Recipe

• 1 whisk the marinade ingredients together in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag.
• 2 add chicken and marinate in refridgerator for at least 5-6 hours or overnight.
• 3 reserve marinade for basting.
• 4 bring reserved marinade to a boil and boil uncovered for 5 minutes.
• 5 when ready to cook, brush cold grill with oil or cooking spray and preheat to high.
• 6 grill chicken for 2 minutes per side.
• 7 place chicken to one side of grill, away from direct heat.
• 8 cook, covered for 30-35 minutes, turning and basting often.
• 9 when juices run clear remove and serve.