Cherry Dr. Pepper Grilled Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Cherry Dr. Pepper Grilled Chicken, an easy and delicious dish that will elevate your summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. This recipe features a sweet and tangy Cherry Dr. Pepper-based marinade that infuses the chicken with mouthwatering flavors, making it a crowd favorite. Perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, it’s versatile enough to shine as a main course or be transformed into sandwiches for lunch leftovers. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll find yourself making this again and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can Cherry Dr. Pepper (12 oz)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 whole chicken (cut up) or 12 pieces dark meat chicken
- 3 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp liquid smoke
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine Cherry Dr. Pepper, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, black pepper, liquid smoke, chili powder, and minced garlic.
- Whisk together until smooth.
- Simmer over low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Allow the sauce to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
- Season your chicken with seasoning salt and paprika, then grill or bake until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of grilled chicken (113g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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