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Cherry Cola Chicken

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"I was playing around with different marinades and this seemed to go over well. This recipe can be baked in the oven if you don't want to brave the winter chill at the grill." — Sheila P.

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Original recipe makes 6 servings Change Servings

2 cups hickory smoke flavored barbeque sauce
1 (2 liter) bottle cherry cola

1 cup grape jelly
1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut into 6 pieces

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Directions

In a Dutch oven, large enough to hold your chicken, combine the barbeque sauce, 1 liter of cola and grape jelly. Add the chicken and pour in more cola if needed to cover it. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium-low heat for 1 hour, adding more cola as needed to keep the chicken covered.
Preheat a grill for medium heat. Remove the chicken from the sauce, and place on the grill.
Cook, turning frequently for about 20 minutes, just until the skin is crispy. Heat the leftover sauce over high heat and boil for about 10 minutes to serve alongside the chicken.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 1 hr 20 mins
READY IN 1 hr 30 mins

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Apr 13, 2009

I had high hopes when I tried this recipe for something different. It was truly different alright. I followed the recipe exactly....

—PHONETEK

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May 12, 2008

Sweet and sticky and flavorful. I also tried it by substituting honey for the grape jelly and loved it. Colas are a great BBQ sauce ingredient. I recommend Dr. Pepper too.

—Mark

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7 Ratings

May 24, 2008

Ok... this is not 5 star dining, but it is absolutely 5 star taste. The chicken comes out so tender and flavorful- it even looks delicious (grilling is the only way to go). Guests marvel, my family looks forward to it, and I love the compliments I get when I serve it.

—LOGANDIE96

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Jul 21, 2007

Loved this recipe. Very easy and the whole family enjoyed dinner.

—Maureen S.

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Sep 18, 2012

Great recipe! We ALL love it

—Ambergerin

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Nutrition

Calories
1056 kcal
53%

Carbohydrates
104.4 g
34%

Cholesterol
227 mg
76%

Fat
45.8 g
70%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
56.3 g
113%

Sodium
1150 mg
46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Cherry Cola Chicken

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 1056
Calories from Fat: 412

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.8g 70 %
Saturated Fat 13g 65 %
Cholesterol 227mg 76 %
Sodium 1150mg 46 %
** Potassium 745mg 21 %
Total Carbohydrates 104.4g 34 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 56.3g 113 %
Sugars 93g
Vitamin A 12 %
Vitamin C 9 %
** Calcium 5 %
** Iron 29 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin 242 %
** Vitamin B6 68 %
** Magnesium 25 %
** Folate 11 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.