Coca-Cola Chicken Delight
Indulge in a unique culinary adventure with our Coca-Cola Chicken Delight. This dish marries the exquisite flavors of tender chicken breast, seasoned perfectly, with a rich and tangy sauce made from Coca-Cola, ham, mushrooms, and a hint of sherry. The slow-cooked sauce reduces to create a delightful glaze, which is then enriched with creamy sour cream, making every bite a luscious experience. Perfectly served with a side of rice or crusty bread, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends at dinner gatherings.
4
Servings
170
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
seasoned dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup (Packaged)
paprika
1 teaspoon (Ground)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (Table salt)
ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (Freshly ground)
boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 pieces (Pounded to 1/2 inch thickness)
butter
1 tablespoon (Unsalted, for cooking)
Coke
1 cup (Regular or diet)
cooked ham
3 ounces (Thinly sliced)
fresh mushrooms
1 cup (Sliced)
cooking sherry
1/2 cup (Good quality)
balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon (For added richness)
sour cream
1/2 cup (Regular or low-fat)
Instructions
1
In a large plastic bag, combine seasoned dry bread crumbs, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Add the chicken breasts, seal the bag, and shake until the chicken is evenly coated with the mixture.
2
Heat a tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the coated chicken breasts. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
3
Once browned, transfer the chicken breasts to a warm plate and set aside. Pour the Coke into the same skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze and dissolve any browned bits. Add the sliced ham, mushrooms, cooking sherry, and balsamic vinegar to the skillet, stirring well.
4
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce by half and the flavors to meld together.
5
Stir in the sour cream until well combined, then return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and gently simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and no longer pink in the center (the internal temperature should reach 170°F or 75°C).
6
Serve the chicken on plates, generously spooning the rich sauce over each serving.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
15.5g
Carbs
14.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coca-Cola Chicken Delight?
Coca-Cola Chicken Delight is a unique dish featuring tender chicken breast seasoned and cooked in a tangy sauce made from Coca-Cola, ham, mushrooms, and sherry, finished with creamy sour cream.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
Can I use Diet Coke for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe allows for either regular or diet Coke.
What is the recommended internal temperature for the chicken?
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 170°F (75°C).
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 170 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 15.5g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 14.5g of protein per serving.
What ingredients are used for the chicken coating?
The coating consists of seasoned dry bread crumbs, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
What kind of chicken is best for this dish?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves.
How thick should the chicken breasts be?
The chicken breasts should be pounded to a 1/2 inch thickness.
What type of bread crumbs should I use?
The recipe specifies 1/3 cup of seasoned dry bread crumbs.
What kind of butter is used for cooking?
The recipe recommends 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.
What type of mushrooms are needed?
You should use 1 cup of sliced fresh mushrooms.
Is cooking sherry necessary for the sauce?
Yes, 1/2 cup of good quality cooking sherry is used to enhance the sauce's flavor.
Why is balsamic vinegar added to the recipe?
One tablespoon of balsamic vinegar is added to provide additional richness to the sauce.
How should the ham be prepared?
The recipe requires 3 ounces of cooked ham, thinly sliced.
Can I use low-fat sour cream?
Yes, you can use either regular or low-fat sour cream for the sauce.
How long should the sauce reduce?
The mixture should simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until the liquid reduces by half.
How long is the final simmer?
After returning the chicken to the skillet, simmer covered for an additional 5 minutes.
How long do I brown the chicken?
Cook the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
What are the best side dishes for Coca-Cola Chicken?
It is ideally served with rice or crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 distinct ingredients used in this recipe.
What is the texture of the sauce?
The sauce is a rich, tangy glaze enriched with sour cream for a luscious finish.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Key tags include chicken, coke, ham, mushrooms, dinner, easy recipe, and family meal.
How do I ensure the chicken is evenly coated?
Place the coating ingredients and chicken in a large plastic bag, seal it, and shake well.
What is the process for deglazing the pan?
Pour the Coke into the skillet after browning the chicken and scrape the bottom to dissolve the browned bits.
What heat setting should be used for simmering the sauce?
The sauce should be simmered on medium-low heat.
What type of salt is recommended?
The recipe specifies the use of table salt.
Should I use pre-ground or fresh black pepper?
The recipe recommends using freshly ground black pepper.