Cola Can Chicken
Juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor, Cola Can Chicken is your next go-to recipe for an unforgettable roast dinner. This fun twist on classic roasted chicken uses a half-full can of cola to create a steamy, aromatic cooking environment, ensuring incredibly moist meat with a subtle hint of sweetness. Coated in a tantalizing spice rub featuring paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme, the chicken's golden, crispy skin is as mouthwatering as the juicy interior. Perfect for family gatherings or a weekend treat, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. With simple ingredients, minimal hands-on time, and a visually striking presentation, Cola Can Chicken is a flavorful feast that's sure to wow your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece (about 4-5 pounds) Whole chicken
- 1 can (12 oz) Cola
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove the giblets from the cavity of the chicken if present and pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the entire chicken with olive oil, then generously rub the spice mixture all over the outside and inside the chicken.
Open the cola can and pour out (or drink) about half the cola, leaving the rest in the can. Use a can opener to carefully widen the opening of the can for better steam release.
Place the half-full can of cola on a baking sheet or roasting pan. Carefully lower the chicken onto the can so that the can fits inside the cavity, allowing the chicken to stand upright.
Transfer the chicken to the oven and roast for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken (typically the thigh) reaches 165°F (74°C).
Carefully remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. Gently remove and discard the cola can.
Carve the chicken and serve warm. Enjoy the juicy and aromatic flavor of your Cola Can Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 2589 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 596 mg | 13% | |
*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.
