Cola BBQ Chicken
Cola BBQ Chicken is a delectable dish that combines the sweetness of cola with tangy BBQ sauce, resulting in tender, juicy chicken that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup regular cola
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the chicken breasts; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together cola, BBQ sauce, garlic, soy sauce, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Marinate chicken in half of the cola mixture for at least 1 hour in the fridge.
- Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F) or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook chicken on the grill for 6-7 minutes per side or bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Brush reserved cola mixture on chicken during the last few minutes of cooking for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor variations, consider using root beer or ginger ale instead of cola. To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.