Ingredients for Barbecue Cola Chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- Dried Onion Flakes
- Coca Cola
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
How to Make Barbecue Cola Chicken
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce, 1/2 cup cola beverage, and 1/2 cup finely minced yellow onion.
- Divide the barbecue sauce mixture evenly between two large resealable food storage plastic bags.
- Add 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total) to each bag.
- Seal the bags, pressing out excess air, and gently turn to fully coat the chicken.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, turning the bags once or twice to ensure even marinating.
- Preheat your gas or charcoal grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill.
- Cover the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 170°F (77°C) and the juices run clear. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.
- In a 1-quart saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until slightly thickened. This creates a delicious sauce to drizzle over the cooked chicken.
- Serve the barbecue cola chicken immediately, drizzled with the reduced marinade. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
43g
Fat
3g
Carbs
4g
