Coca Cola Chicken Plus

Introduce a bold twist to your weeknight dinner rotation with Coca Cola Chicken Plus, a savory-sweet masterpiece that combines tender, seared chicken thighs with the unexpected magic of a cola-based sauce. This quick-cooking recipe layers rich flavors with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of tangy ketchup for a perfectly balanced glaze that’s thickened to perfection. The addition of sesame oil, rice vinegar, and green onions elevates the dish with aromatic Asian-inspired notes, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for serving over steamed rice or noodles, making it a standout choice for easy weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs
• 1 can (12 oz) Coca Cola
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Tomato ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and set them aside.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic and ginger. Thinly slice the green onions, separating the white and green parts.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and sauté the minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the Coca Cola, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, tomato ketchup, and sesame oil. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the liquid to a simmer and return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.

Step 8

Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through to cook evenly.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce.

Step 10

Continue cooking uncovered for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce is glossy and thickened, coating the chicken well.

Step 11

Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and garnish with the green parts of the green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1521.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2626.8

Total Fat 144.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.8g
Cholesterol 846mg	0%
Sodium 3425.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 65.7g
Protein 242.9g	0%

Vitamin D 63IU	0%
Calcium 184.2mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 2586.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 37.2%

Carbs: 13.0%