{"id":143941,"date":"2024-08-30T20:39:08","date_gmt":"2024-08-31T01:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cola-chicken\/"},"modified":"2025-02-20T08:12:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T14:12:37","slug":"cola-chicken","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cola-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Coca-Cola Chicken"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:104\">We&#8217;ve used soda to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cokecola-cake\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cokecola-cake\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cake<\/a>, to braise <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/coca-cola-pot-roast\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/coca-cola-pot-roast\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pot roast<\/a>\u00a0and to slow-cook <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/root-beer-pulled-pork-sandwiches\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/root-beer-pulled-pork-sandwiches\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pulled pork<\/a>. So why not use it to cook chicken? In our Coca-Cola chicken recipe, a can of cola acts as the sweet base for a tangy sauce reminiscent of barbecue sauce. The soda adds subtle sweetness and caramel depth that complement the savory goodness of the chicken, onions and garlic, making for a weeknight dinner that&#8217;s both familiar and exciting. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, this Coca-Cola chicken recipe is ideal for busy weeknights when you crave something comforting without much fuss.<\/p>\n<h2>Coca-Cola Chicken Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> Starting the sauce for this chicken dish by sauteing some diced onion builds a foundation of savory flavor to balance the sweet and tangy cola sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chicken:<\/strong> Lean and juicy chicken breast halves are the base of this recipe. If you like, you can substitute boneless skinless thighs, chicken drumsticks or a whole chicken cut into pieces.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cola:<\/strong> A can of soda tenderizes the chicken while adding sweetness and caramel notes to the sauce of the finished dish. You could use a can of root beer in place of the cola.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ketchup:<\/strong> The sauce for this chicken in Coca-Cola is a balance of sweet and sharp flavors. Ketchup adds both sweetness and tang to balance out the soda.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic:<\/strong> Powdered garlic balances the sweet ingredients in the sauce by adding a high note of savory flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cornstarch and cold water:<\/strong> Adding a slurry of cornstarch mixed with cold water thickens the sauce to a velvety texture. As an alternative to cornstarch, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-thicken-sauce\/#:~:text=Cornstarch%20or%20arrowroot&#038;text=Mix%20the%20cornstarch%20with%20equal,the%20sauce%20starts%20to%20thicken.\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-thicken-sauce\/#:~:text=Cornstarch%20or%20arrowroot&#038;text=Mix%20the%20cornstarch%20with%20equal,the%20sauce%20starts%20to%20thicken.\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">arrowroot powder<\/a>\u00a0instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Brown the chicken<\/h3>\n<p>In a large skillet, saute the onion in oil until tender. Add the chicken to the pan, and brown it on all sides.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the seasonings<\/h3>\n<p>Carefully add the cola, ketchup, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the chicken reads 170\u00b0F. Remove the chicken and keep it warm.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Thicken the sauce<\/h3>\n<p>Combine the cornstarch and cold water until they&#8217;re smooth, then gradually add the mixture to the skillet. Bring the pan to a boil, then cook and stir for two minutes or until the sauce is thickened. Return the chicken to the pan and heat it through.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2113568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Coca-Cola-Chicken-TOHD25_10078_JonathanMelendez_01.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Shot of dish of cola chicken on a white plate with a floral design; the chicken is surrounded by a small amount of onion; there are two glasses of dark liquid, one glass of soda; and a bottle of soda on the table; there is also a bowl of salad and a bottle opener; the table is a light yellow color and there is a yellow napkin on the table\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Coca-Cola Chicken Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add more vegetables:<\/strong> Add sliced bell peppers, thinly sliced carrots or rounds of zucchini along with the onions to bulk up the recipe with more flavor and nutrition. You can also add a bag of frozen stir-fry vegetables for a quick and easy shortcut.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try it with pork: <\/strong>Feel free to substitute the chicken in this recipe with pork loin chops. Cook them until the meat registers 145\u00b0 on an instant-read thermometer.<\/li>\n<li><b>Spice it up:<\/b> To balance the sweetness of the cola with some heat, stir a little cayenne pepper or hot sauce into the sauce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Coca-Cola Chicken<\/h2>\n<p>Store leftover chicken and Coca-Cola in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to three days.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you reheat <strong>Coca-Cola chicken<\/strong>?<\/h3>\n<p>Warm leftover Coca-Cola chicken over medium heat in a covered skillet. Splash in a spoonful of water to adjust the texture of the sauce and create a steamy environment to gently rewarm the meat. You can also reheat the chicken, covered, in the microwave.<\/p>\n<h2>Coca-Cola Chicken Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2113569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Coca-Cola-Chicken-TOHD25_10078_JonathanMelendez_02.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a dish of Cola Chicken, this particular dish is displayed on a colorful plate with a blue and white pattern and floral accents; there are four chicken breasts covered in a sweet, savory cola sauce; there is a side salad of lettuce in a wooden bowl, and a bottle opener and bottle cap on the table beside the dish; the background is a yellow tablecloth\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How do you prevent chicken breasts from drying out?<\/h3>\n<p>The key with cooking lean chicken, and especially boneless skinless chicken breasts, is not to overcook it. This can be tricky, especially if the chicken breasts are thin. We recommend using an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-meat-thermometer\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-meat-thermometer\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">instant-read thermometer<\/a> to take the guesswork out of cooking meat. Cook chicken to between 165\u00b0 and 170\u00b0 for meat that&#8217;s safe to eat and still juicy.<\/p>\n<h3>What does cola do to chicken?<\/h3>\n<p>Cola is lightly acidic, and that acid breaks down the tough fibers in the meat, tenderizing it. The sweetness of the soft drink complements the chicken, and the sugar caramelizes slightly as the sauce cooks.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you do with leftover Coca-Cola chicken?<\/h3>\n<p>Make nachos! Pile some tortilla chips on a plate, and top them with diced Coca-Cola chicken, some shredded cheese and sliced jalapenos. Bake them just until the cheese melts. It would also be a delicious stand-in on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/barbecued-chicken-pizza\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/barbecued-chicken-pizza\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">barbecue-inspired pizza<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;Our daughters, Tricia, 7, and Kristin, 10, love to serve this tender chicken with instant mashed potatoes and peas when they have friends over for dinner,&#8221; writes Keri Scofield Lawson of Fullerton, California. 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I used chicken legs.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-07-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanMagnet"},"reviewBody":"This is a recipe my big sister used to make, it was so fun to make it again! Yum. I added a bit of liquid smoke and used less ketchup in the sauce.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleDice"},"reviewBody":"My boyfriend and I wanted to cook something for dinner instead of eating out. He wanted chicken and I wanted something easy so we searched and came across this. It was amazing. The flavor was spectacular, and it was easy and fun to cook! I will definitely make this again for the rest of my family.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-04-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPlanet"},"reviewBody":"My family gets excited when I make this and it's so easy. I have frozen sauce that was left over and used it for another time and it worked out great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueLamp"},"reviewBody":"Was really good and quick!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBandAid"},"reviewBody":"This is one of our regular rotation recipes.  It is quick and easy to make, and chicken comes out very tender and moist.  You can easily make 6-8 chicken breasts with this recipe since it makes so much sauce.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanElephant"},"reviewBody":"Just made this for the family and there was none left very good","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-10-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCupcake"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this sense I found it in a Taste Recipes Magazine years ago.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBandAid"},"reviewBody":"My picky kids and picky husband all loved it.  I made plenty of sauce to go over rice, too.  Just be sure not to over-simmer the chicken, or it will toughen up.  Very good recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-05-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRocket"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is going into the regular rotations at our. It was fast and tasty and the chicken stayed moist, which are my top three requirements for a chicken dish.  For me, I thought it was a bit bland so next time I'll double the garlic powder and  maybe add a dash of hot sauce or balsamic to kick up the flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedFlower"},"reviewBody":"My family loves this. It's easy,, inexpensive and uses ingredients I always have on hand. It's a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-09-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBulb"},"reviewBody":"It wasn't bad, it wasn't very good.  It honestly was pretty bland.  It tasted basically like chicken with catsup on it.  I can understand why children would like it, but it's very boring...","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFlame"},"reviewBody":"I was suprised as to how tasty this recipe was.  My husband loved it and he is the pickiest eater I know.  I cook it once every other week for him.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-06-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBoomerang"},"reviewBody":"This is a great recipe!  Full of flavor and very tasty!~ Theresa","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"10078","romance_copy_dek":"A can of Coke adds a secret something to the sweet and tangy barbecue-style sauce for these Coca-Cola chicken breasts.","enhanced_recipe_title":"Coca-Cola Chicken","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup chopped onion","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup chopped onion"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 tablespoons canola oil","IngredientText":"2 tablespoons canola oil"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)","IngredientText":"4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 can (12 ounces) cola","IngredientText":"1 can (12 ounces) cola"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup ketchup","IngredientText":"1 cup ketchup"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/8 teaspoon garlic powder","IngredientText":"1\/8 teaspoon garlic powder"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/8 teaspoon salt","IngredientText":"1\/8 teaspoon salt"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/8 teaspoon pepper","IngredientText":"1\/8 teaspoon pepper"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4-1\/2 teaspoons cornstarch","IngredientText":"4-1\/2 teaspoons cornstarch"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"3 tablespoons cold water","IngredientText":"3 tablespoons cold water"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Coca-Cola-Chicken_EXPS_TOHD25_10078_JonathanMelendez_02.jpg","RecipeId":10078,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Jonathan Melendez for Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Coca-Cola Chicken Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Coca-Cola-Chicken_EXPS_TOHD25_10078_JonathanMelendez_02.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Keri","Lastname":"Schofield Lawson","City":"Brea","StateDescription":"California","IsCommunityCook":false,"TimeCallout":"Prep: 15 min. 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