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Slow Cooker Coca Cola Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Rafael
  • Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Slow Cooker Coca Cola Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish where chicken breasts are cooked slowly in a mixture of Coca Cola, barbecue sauce, onions, and Italian dressing mix. The result is tender, juicy shredded chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for sandwiches or served alongside your favorite sides.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts

Sauce and Seasoning

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s or Stubb’s recommended)
  • 0.7 oz. Italian dressing mix (Good Seasons brand suggested)
  • 12 oz. Coca Cola

Vegetables

  • 1 white onion, sliced (or sweet yellow onion)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the 2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker, creating an even layer.
  2. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the entire 0.7 oz package of Italian dressing mix evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse flavor.
  3. Layer Onions: Arrange the sliced white or sweet yellow onion on top of the seasoned chicken to add aroma and sweetness during cooking.
  4. Pour Barbecue Sauce: Drizzle 1 cup of your preferred barbecue sauce evenly over the onions and chicken for a rich, tangy taste.
  5. Add Coca Cola: Pour 12 ounces of Coca Cola over the entire mixture, which helps tenderize the chicken while adding a subtle sweetness.
  6. Cook Low and Slow: Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender enough to shred.
  7. Shred and Serve: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker with two forks, mix it with the sauce, and serve it on buns or as desired for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use full-fat barbecue sauce, but low-sugar options also work.
  • Replacing Coca Cola with a diet version will reduce sugar content but may slightly alter flavor.
  • This recipe freezes well; store the shredded chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months.
  • Try serving over rice or in tacos for tasty variations.
  • To thicken the sauce before serving, remove the chicken and simmer the sauce on the stovetop until reduced.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 to 8 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker chicken, coca cola chicken, barbecue chicken, shredded chicken, easy slow cooker recipe

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