Chicken a La Coke!

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3

Chicken a La Coke! A sweet and savory chicken dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

25g

Fat

18g

Chicken a La Coke is a sweet and savory dish that is a popular recipe in the southern United States. The flavors of this dish are reminiscent of a classic BBQ sauce, with the addition of Coca-Cola giving it a unique sweetness. This recipe uses simple ingredients that are commonly found in most kitchens, making it an easy and accessible dish to make. Chicken a La Coke is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend get-together with friends and family. It is a dish that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	In a bowl, mix together tomato puree, Coke, and jalapeno juice.
3.	In a skillet, saute the sliced potatoes in vegetable oil until they are soft and lightly browned.
4.	In the same skillet, cook the chicken and the jalapeno peppers until the chicken is golden brown on all sides.
5.	Add the tomato puree and Coke mixture to the skillet and stir well.
6.	Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the chicken, jalapeno peppers, and sauce to a baking dish.
7.	Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.

PROS

Chicken a La Coke is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that uses simple ingredients.

The Coke and jalapeno peppers give a unique and flavorful taste to the chicken.

CONS

This dish is high in sugar due to the use of Coke, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The use of jalapeno peppers could be too spicy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Chicken is a good source of protein and B vitamins, which are essential for maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails.
Jalapeno peppers are rich in vitamin C, which supports immune health and decreases inflammation.

	1 1 lb chicken thighs or 1 lb chicken breast
	1/2 cup tomato puree
	0.5 can Coke
	3 jalapeno peppers ( reserve 3 tablespoons of the jalapeno juice )
	1 potato ( sliced )
	3 tablespoons vegetable oil
	salt
	pepper