Coca Cola Ketchup Chicken from Barbados
Dive into the bold and irresistible flavors of Coca Cola Ketchup Chicken from Barbados, a dish that transforms humble ingredients into a Caribbean-inspired feast! Tender, bone-in chicken thighs are seasoned with aromatic spices, seared to golden perfection, and then simmered in a luscious sauce made from Coca Cola, ketchup, soy sauce, and brown sugar. As the sauce thickens, it caramelizes into a sweet and tangy glaze that clings to every bite of juicy chicken. This one-pan recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners, offering an enticing blend of sweet, savory, and rich umami flavors. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve with fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you're looking for comfort food or a taste of Barbados, this dish delivers big on both flavor and flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Coca Cola
- 1 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 sprig Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs skin side down until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the Coca Cola, ketchup, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir everything together until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken to coat it.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 30-35 minutes. Occasionally spoon more sauce over the chicken to ensure it stays covered in the glaze.
After 30-35 minutes, remove the lid and allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for another 5-10 minutes, or until it thickens into a sticky glaze.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and serve hot. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.3 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1137 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 427 mg | 9% | |
*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.
