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Diet Cola Chicken Recipe

American · Main course · 40 min total

A surprisingly delicious and tender chicken dish made with diet cola, soy sauce, and ginger. The soda tenderizes the meat and creates a savory-sweet glaze without the sugar of regular cola.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 4-6 thighs)
• 1 cup diet cola (e.g., Diet Coke)
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thicker sauce)

Instructions

1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season lightly with pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side.
3. In a small bowl, mix together diet cola, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken in the skillet.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through.
5. Remove lid and increase heat to medium-high. Let sauce reduce for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened and chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
6. If desired, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1 minute more until sauce thickens. Serve chicken with sauce spooned over.

Tips

• For best flavor, use a diet cola with caramel color and natural flavors (like Diet Coke).
• Serve over steamed rice or with roasted vegetables.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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