Grilled Herb-Marinated Chicken with Blueberry BBQ Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

Tender grilled chicken breasts marinated in fresh herbs and served with a tangy homemade blueberry BBQ sauce that balances sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 95 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh rosemary leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary leaves
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme leaves
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 cup water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: While chicken marinates, prepare the blueberry BBQ sauce: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and berries begin to break down.
3. Step 3: Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth. Return to low heat to keep warm.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
5. Step 5: Serve grilled chicken topped generously with warm blueberry BBQ sauce, accompanied by a fresh green salad or grilled vegetables.