Sweet and Savory BBQ Coke Chicken
Enjoy a delectable and hassle-free weeknight dinner with this Sweet and Savory BBQ Coke Chicken. This dish features juicy, tender pieces of chicken simmered in a rich barbecue sauce combined with the unique flavor of Coke, creating a deliciously sticky glaze. Perfectly cooked on the stovetop with minimal effort, the key to this recipe is patience—let the chicken simmer untouched for 30 minutes under a tight lid to unlock its full flavor potential. Serve with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
4
Servings
400
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken, cut-up
2-3 lbs (rinsed and patted dry)
margarine
1 tablespoon (melted)
barbecue sauce
1 (18 ounce) bottle (none)
Coke
1 (12 ounce) can (none)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your electric frying pan to 300°F (150°C).
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2. Add the margarine to the pan and allow it to melt.
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3. Once melted, add the rinsed and dried chicken pieces to the pan and lightly brown them on all sides.
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4. Pour in the barbecue sauce and the can of Coke, ensuring that the chicken is well-coated.
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5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, then cover the pan with a tightly-fitting lid.
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6. Allow the chicken to cook undisturbed for 30 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the chicken become tender.
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7. After 30 minutes, carefully remove the lid and check the chicken for doneness before serving.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
30g
Carbs
40g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary flavor profile of the Sweet and Savory BBQ Coke Chicken?
The dish features a sweet and savory flavor with a rich, sticky glaze made from barbecue sauce and Coke.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 4 main ingredients: cut-up chicken, margarine, barbecue sauce, and Coke.
What is the recommended cooking temperature for the electric frying pan?
You should preheat your electric frying pan to 300°F (150°C).
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2-3 lbs of cut-up chicken.
How should the chicken be prepared before cooking?
The chicken should be rinsed and patted dry before being added to the pan.
How long does the chicken need to simmer?
The chicken should simmer undisturbed for 30 minutes under a tightly-fitting lid.
What size bottle of barbecue sauce is used?
The recipe requires one 18-ounce bottle of barbecue sauce.
How much Coke is needed for the sauce?
You will need one 12-ounce can of Coke.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What are the calories per serving for this dish?
There are 400 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 40g of protein.
How much fat is in a serving of this chicken?
There is 15g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
Do I need to brown the chicken first?
Yes, you should lightly brown the chicken pieces in melted margarine before adding the sauces.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized under Whole Chicken.
Can I leave the lid off while the chicken simmers?
No, it is recommended to use a tightly-fitting lid and leave the chicken undisturbed for 30 minutes to unlock its full flavor potential.
How much margarine is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of margarine.
Is this a complex recipe to prepare?
No, it is described as a hassle-free, easy recipe with minimal effort.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your electric frying pan to 300°F (150°C).
What should I do after the 30-minute simmer?
Carefully remove the lid and check the chicken for doneness before serving.
What type of cooking method is used?
This is a stovetop cooking method using an electric frying pan.
Does the recipe include fiber information?
Fiber information is not available for this recipe.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include bbq chicken, coke chicken, easy recipe, weeknight dinner, and family meal.
Can I use this recipe for a family dinner?
Yes, it is specifically described as a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Is there a specific sodium or cholesterol count?
Sodium and cholesterol information are not provided in the recipe data.
What is the key to unlocking the full flavor of the chicken?
The key is patience, allowing the chicken to simmer untouched for 30 minutes.
Does the recipe mention sugar content?
Sugar content information is not provided in the nutrient facts.
How should the BBQ sauce and Coke be applied?
Pour them over the chicken and ensure that the chicken is well-coated.
What heat setting should be used during the simmer?
The heat should be reduced to medium-low once the sauce and Coke are added.
What makes the chicken tender in this recipe?
Simmering the chicken for 30 minutes in the BBQ-Coke mixture under a lid makes it tender.