Best 5 Barbecued Cola Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible Barbecued Cola Chicken, a delightful culinary creation that combines the tangy sweetness of cola with the smoky allure of barbecue. This dish promises a burst of flavors that will leave you craving for more. In this article, we present not just one, but three tempting variations of this mouthwatering recipe. From the classic Barbecued Cola Chicken to the tangy Asian-Inspired Barbecued Cola Chicken and the savory Slow Cooker Barbecued Cola Chicken, each recipe offers a unique twist to satisfy every palate. Get ready to embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our selection of Barbecued Cola Chicken recipes, guaranteed to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COLA BBQ CHICKEN



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My dad has been making a basic version of this family favorite for years. I've recently made it my own by spicing it up a bit with hoisin sauce and red pepper flakes. Sometimes I let the chicken and sauce simmer in my slow cooker. -Brigette Schroeder, Yorkville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cola
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, 10-15 minutes. Reserve 3/4 cup for serving., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes on each side, basting occasionally with remaining sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Serve chicken with rice and reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.

BEER CAN CHICKEN WITH COLA BARBECUE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

One 12-ounce can beer
One 3 1/2 to 4 pound chicken
2 tablespoons Basic Barbecue Rub, recipe follows
2 cups Cola Barbecue Sauce, for serving, recipe follows
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sweet paprika
3 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons kosher or sea salt
1 tablespoon hickory salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup cola (recommended: Coca-Cola)
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
3 tablespoon steak sauce (recommended: A-1 Steak Sauce)
1 teaspoon onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pop the tab off the beer can. Using a church key style can opener, make a few more holes in the top of the can. Pour out half the beer into the soaking water of the wood chips. Set the can of beer aside.
  • Set up the grill for indirect grilling and preheat to medium. If using a charcoal grill, place a large drip pan in the center. If using a gas grill, place all the wood chips in the smoker box or in a smoker pouch and preheat the grill to high until you see smoke, then reduce the heat to medium.
  • Remove the packet of giblets from the body cavity of the chicken and set aside for another use. Remove and discard the fat just inside the body and neck cavities. Rinse the chicken, inside and out, under cold running water, drain, and blot dry inside and out with paper towels. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of the rub inside the body and neck cavities of the chicken. Rub the bird all over on the outside with 2 teaspoons of the rub. If you have the patience, you can put some of the rub under the skin being careful not to tear it.
  • Spoon the remaining 2 teaspoons of rub through the holes into the beer in the can. Don't worry if it foams up, this is normal. Insert the beer can into the body cavity of the chicken and spread out the legs to form a sort of tripod. Tuck the wing tips behind the chicken's back.
  • When ready to cook, if using a charcoal grill, toss all the wood chips on the coals. Stand the chicken up in the center of the hot grate, over the drip pan and away from the heat. Cover the grill and cook the chicken until the skin is a dark golden brown and very crisp and the meat is cooked to an internal temperature of 180 degrees, about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. If using a charcoal grill, you'll need to add 12 fresh coals per side after 1 hour.
  • Using tongs, carefully transfer the chicken in its upright position on the beer can to a platter and present it to your guests. Let rest 5 minutes, and then carefully remove the chicken from the beer can. Take care not to spill the hot beer or otherwise burn yourself. Quarter or carve the chicken and serve with the Cola Barbecue Sauce.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to blend together. Store the rub in an airtight jar away from heat or light. It will keep for at least 6 months.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a heavy non-reactive saucepan and gradually bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat slightly to obtain a gentle simmer. Simmer the sauce until reduced by 1/4, about 6 to 8 minutes. Use right away or transfer to a large jar, cool to room temperature, cover, and refrigerate. The sauce will keep for several months.

BARBECUE COLA CHICKEN



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Make and share this Barbecue Cola Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1 (12 ounce) can Coca-Cola
12 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix barbecue sauce, minced onion and cola beverage. Divide barbecue sauce mixture evenly into 2 (1 gallon) resealable food storage plastic bags. Add 6 chicken breasts to each bag; seal bags and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight to marinate, turning bags once or twice.
  • When ready to cook chicken, heat gas or charcoal grill. When grill is heated, carefully oil grill rack. Remove chicken from marinade; reserve marinade. Place chicken on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill over medium coals; cover grill. Cook 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until juice is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut and thermometer inserted in centers read 170*.
  • In a 1 quart saucepan, heat remaining marinade to boiling. Boil 3-4 minutes. Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 402.9, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 11, Protein 25.1

EASY COLA CHICKEN



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The kids won't complain about dinner tonight when they hear they're having Cola Chicken. Simple and tasty with only a few ingredients.

Provided by Jenuine

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup ketchup
1 cup cola-flavored carbonated beverage

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the chicken pieces into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Season with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, mix together the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup and cola. Pour over the chicken. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, until the chicken is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 812.8 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

GRILLED COLA BBQ CHICKEN



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Turn ordinary chicken into a sweet, tangy dish with our Grilled Cola BBQ Chicken recipe! Cola and hot pepper sauce pair together nicely to make a glaze that's sweet and packed with heat! You only need four ingredients for this Grilled Cola BBQ Chicken.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup cola
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
2 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce
1 whole whole chicken (3 lb.)

Steps:

  • Heat grill for indirect grilling: Light one side of grill, leaving other side unlit. Close lid; heat grill to 350ºF.
  • Meanwhile, cook cola and barbecue sauce in saucepan on medium heat 10 min., stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in hot sauce. Reserve 3/4 cup sauce to serve with the grilled chicken.
  • Cut out back bone of chicken carefully with kitchen shears or sharp knife.
  • Place chicken, skin side up, on work surface; press firmly to flatten.
  • Place chicken, breast side down, on grill grate over lit area; cover with lid. Grill 15 min.; turn, then place over unlit area. Grill 25 to 30 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF), monitoring for consistent grill temperature, turning and brushing occasionally with remaining barbecue sauce mixture for the last 15 min. Serve with the reserved barbecue sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful chicken, marinate it in the cola mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in a baking dish in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour.
  • To make the chicken even more tender, boil it in the cola mixture for 1 hour before grilling.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite barbecue sauce or dipping sauce.
  • Garnish the chicken with chopped green onions or cilantro before serving.

Conclusion:

Barbecued cola chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the cola marinade gives it a unique and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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