7 Up Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly flavorful 7 Up Chicken, a recipe that combines ease and creativity for a showstopping dish. Marinated in a blend of zesty 7 Up soda, savory soy sauce, minced garlic, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, these bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs soak up maximum flavor for a juicy and tender bite. A splash of lemon juice adds brightness, while basting with the reserved marinade ensures every bite is moist and packed with layers of flavor. Finished in the oven to perfection with an optional broil for a crispy, caramelized skin, this dish is as stunning as it is delicious. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or roasted veggies, and garnish with fresh parsley for a meal that's as delightful to serve as it is to eat. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, 7 Up Chicken is an unexpected crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and impossible to resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup 7 Up soda
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for greasing baking dish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 7 Up soda, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the sugar dissolves and the marinade is evenly mixed.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring that all pieces are fully submerged in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or, preferably, overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Reserve the marinade for later use.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer. Baste the chicken with the reserved marinade every 15 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
If desired, broil the chicken for the last 3-5 minutes of cooking to achieve a crispy, caramelized skin. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh and vibrant touch.
Serve the 7 Up Chicken warm with your choice of sides, such as steamed rice or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.7 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.5 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 972 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 7992 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 228.7 g | 457% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2801 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
