Crock Pot Cola Chicken
Indulge in the sweet and savory flavors of Crock Pot Cola Chicken, a slow cooker recipe that’s as simple as it is delicious. Tender chicken breasts are simmered to perfection in a sauce made from classic cola, tangy ketchup, and a hint of soy sauce, creating a mouthwatering balance of caramelized sweetness and umami depth. A touch of brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder enhances the flavor profile, while a cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a glossy finish ideal for drizzling over rice or mashed potatoes. With minimal prep and the effortless magic of a slow cooker, this easy chicken dinner is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family meals. Let the heavenly aroma fill your kitchen as this crowd-pleasing dish becomes a new comfort food favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 12 ounces cola (regular, not diet)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the cola, ketchup, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the cola mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on high for 4 hours, or on low for 6-7 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
Pour the slurry into the sauce remaining in the slow cooker and stir well. Let the sauce thicken by cooking on high for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Return the chicken to the slow cooker to coat it in the thickened sauce.
Serve the cola chicken hot over rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.0 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2702 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.4 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.3 g | ||
| Protein | 217.4 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 4% | |
*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.
