Description
Coca-Cola chicken brings Southern comfort to dinner tables with its sweet and tangy glaze. Tender chicken simmers in a rich cola-infused sauce, promising a delightful meal that satisfies hearty appetites and craves simple, delicious cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 (12 fluid ounces / 355 milliliters) can Coca-Cola (not diet)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking vessel by lightly coating the interior with a thin layer of nonstick spray, ensuring even coverage to prevent sticking.
- Gently arrange chicken pieces in a single layer across the bottom of the slow cooker, positioning them to maximize sauce contact.
- Create a flavor-packed liquid mixture by combining Coca-Cola, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, whisking until thoroughly blended.
- Cascade the vibrant sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is generously coated and swimming in the rich liquid.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and set the temperature to LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become supremely tender and infused with deep, complex flavors.
- Once cooking is complete, use two forks to delicately pull apart the chicken directly within the cooking vessel, transforming the meat into succulent, sauce-drenched strands.
- Gently stir the shredded chicken to ensure uniform sauce distribution, creating a delectable coating that promises explosive taste in every bite.
- Serve the saucy chicken atop fluffy rice, nestled within soft sandwich buns, or alongside creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Experiment with different cola brands to discover unique flavor profiles in your chicken dish.
- Opt for low-sodium sauces to control salt intake and create a healthier version of the recipe.
- Transform leftovers into a delicious chicken salad by mixing shredded meat with mayo and chopped herbs.
- Enhance meal prep by freezing portions in airtight containers for quick future meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg