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Dr. Pepper Chicken

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Dr. Pepper Chicken - an easy dinner recipe made with just a few ingredients from www.thirtyhandmadedays.com

Some of the best recipes come from happy accidents.  This Dr. Pepper Baked Chicken is one of those times!

Food: Dr. Pepper Chicken - an easy dinner recipe made with just a few ingredients from www.thirtyhandmadedays.com

Dr Pepper Chicken - an easy dinner recipe made with just a few ingredients from thirtyhandmadedays.com

I had some left over Dr Pepper and had to put it to good use.  Remember, given enough Dr. Pepper I could rule the world…..so  I made the easiest main dish ever- a chicken recipe- and my family loved it.  They’ve been asking for Dr. Pepper Chicken ever since.

How to Bake Chicken

There are so many different ways to bake chicken.  It is my favorite way to prepare chicken because there are tons of recipes to try.  A few of my favorites:

  • Honey Mustard Chicken
  • Sweet & Sour Chicken
  • Chinese Lemon Chicken

If you’re wanting to bake it quicker, you can crank up the heat.  Note: one time I did this and my beloved Pyrex dish shattered everywhere in the oven.  SO sad! I’m noting this so that you make sure whatever dish you use, it’s oven safe at a high temperature.

Pre-heat the oven to 450 and pound your chicken to make sure that it’s even and will cook evenly.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper (I often use garlic salt too), drizzle with olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes.  Pull it out of the oven and cover with tin foil to trap in the juice and moisture.  Let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then cut it up or shred it.  I love using the paddle attachment with my Kitchen Aid to shred chicken and use throughout the week for various dishes.  This way of baking chicken quickly is perfect for that!>

I’ve tried different variations of Dr. Pepper Chicken but I didn’t add as much Dr. Pepper and combined ketchup and barbecue sauce because it was thicker and tastier.  Here’s my take:

Dr Pepper Chicken Recipe

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Dr. Pepper Chicken

Dr. Pepper Chicken is the easiest main dish ever and my family absolutely LOVES it.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time1 hr
Total Time1 hr 10 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dr. Pepper Chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 512kcal
Author: Mique Provost

Ingredients

  • 4-6 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 c Dr. Pepper
  • 1/2 c barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 c ketchup
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Salt and pepper chicken and arrange in a 13 x 9 baking dish.
  • Mix together 1/2 cup of Dr. Pepper, 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce and 1/2 cup of ketchup.
  • Pour it over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle with brown sugar and bake at 350 degrees uncovered for 1 hour.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 512kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 72g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 216mg | Sodium: 1041mg | Potassium: 1431mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 5.5mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.6mg

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  1. Avatar for MiqueJana S says

    September 29, 2014 at 3:28 pm

    I’d also like to know if you can use diet Dr Pepper (Caff free)?

  2. Avatar for Miquechristie says

    September 27, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    Dr. Pepper cold or warm when making sauce

  3. Avatar for MiqueApril says

    September 26, 2014 at 2:26 pm

    I would love to try this recipe but curious on what the calorie count is? Thanks!

  4. Avatar for MiqueJona C. says

    September 26, 2014 at 6:59 am

    Going to try this in a electric pressure cooker.

  5. Avatar for MiqueMelissa says

    September 19, 2014 at 6:44 pm

    I was wondering what kind of BBQ sauce everyone is using? Or will just any BBQ sauce do. If you do put it in the crock-pot, how long do you let it cook? It sounds so good, I can’t wait to try it. May have to try it with a few different BBQ sauces! LOL

    • Avatar for MiqueStephanie says

      September 29, 2014 at 2:49 pm

      You can put it in the crock pot on high for 4-5 hours, or on low for 6-8. This is a general rule for chicken in the crock pot.

  6. Avatar for MiqueRon says

    September 9, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    In the oven……will post later….

  7. Avatar for MiqueBruce H says

    August 27, 2014 at 11:46 am

    Wow!! We do Pepsi Roast at our house in the crock and now Dr. Pepper Chicken. Can’t wait to try! DON’T use diet. The aspartame changes when it is heated over a certain degree and then becomes a different chemical. It’s the real sugar that carmelizes that’s part of the great flavor!

  8. Avatar for MiqueTyann says

    August 19, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    I want to try this Dr . Pepper chicken but I was wondering how would it turn out if I put it in the crook pot? Would it still turn out the same or no?

  9. Avatar for MiqueJennifer says

    August 14, 2014 at 3:34 pm

    What if u don’t like dr pepper can u used
    Coke or 7 up

  10. Avatar for MiqueJordan Mausen says

    August 4, 2014 at 11:03 pm

    You can do the same thing with coca cola and it taste great too!

  11. Avatar for MiqueStephanie says

    July 28, 2014 at 5:22 pm

    This looks delicious! I would love for you share it on my Tasty Tuesday recipe link up here! Everything gets pinned and I would love to have you!

  12. Avatar for Miqueolivia says

    July 28, 2014 at 4:45 pm

    Making it tonight!! In the oven n it smells amazing!! My son an my boyfriend can’t wait til its done!! Thank u for the idea!!

  13. Avatar for MiqueRhonda says

    July 24, 2014 at 12:48 pm

    Can it put cooked in a crosk pot

  14. Avatar for Miquejessica says

    July 22, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    What kind of BBQ sauce? Sweet like baby rays or tangy like open pit?

  15. Avatar for MiqueJessica says

    July 20, 2014 at 9:25 am

    My friend made sure I sawthe recipe on Pinterest since I’m a DP addict. I made it today & really enjoyed it. After it baked as directed I shredded the chicken so it could soak up all the sauce. Excellent summertime sandwich!

  16. Avatar for MiqueStephanie says

    July 16, 2014 at 10:56 am

    I’m a beginner cook and I thought there was no way I could screw this up. It was so good! I only did two chicken breasts and cut the ingredients down. Thanks for the recipe!

  17. Avatar for MiqueJudith Dembowski says

    July 14, 2014 at 1:12 pm

    Can this work with just Dr Pepper, no sugar or starch? I have NASH and I can’t eat sugars or starches (they caused it in the first place) so I was thinking maybe marinade the meat in DP and salt and pepper then grill or bake. Sounds so good, think I’ll try it and see what happens. ( no diet DP, it is bad for the liver even if there is no liver disease). Hope I’m not the last Texan to learn about this!

  18. Avatar for MiqueRichard Holder says

    July 9, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    I have not tried this recipebut i have used actual Dr Pepper BBQ sauce on burgers and ckicken.

  19. Avatar for MiqueMittie Mae says

    July 9, 2014 at 6:58 am

    Now I think I’ll try it with some pork I have!

  20. Avatar for MiqueRebecca Diaz says

    June 27, 2014 at 10:53 am

    I’m trying this tomorrow!

  21. Avatar for MiqueAntonio Lawson says

    June 24, 2014 at 10:34 am

    I am going to try this tonight.

  22. Avatar for MiqueEmily Mac says

    December 2, 2013 at 11:24 am

    This is a great recipe! So easy! I made it for dinner last night and my three guests ate it up.

  23. Avatar for MiqueSam says

    September 30, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    What a wonderful, yet simple recipe! Will definitely make again. :)

  24. Avatar for MiqueKarla says

    July 26, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    I threw this in the crock pot one day and cooked for 4-5 hours and it was super yummy!

    • Avatar for MiqueGia says

      September 22, 2014 at 12:08 pm

      Did you cook it on HI or LOW for 4-5 hours?

      • Avatar for MiqueKarla says

        September 22, 2014 at 12:15 pm

        I cook on high.

  25. Avatar for Miquegary says

    March 31, 2013 at 8:57 am

    is it teaspoon or tablespoon brown sugar?

    • Avatar for MiqueTeresa says

      April 24, 2013 at 5:27 pm

      T-Tablespoon
      t-teaspoon…..anytime you see a T you need the larger because its bigger than the little t. I hope this helps you!

      • Avatar for MiqueNormaLou says

        April 28, 2014 at 10:24 pm

        t = tsp = teaspoon

        T = Tbsp = Tablespoon

  26. Avatar for MiqueVicki says

    February 8, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    This is a really good. I have done this for a long time. It is also good on ribs, Pork Chops and in a sauce to put over Meat Loaf. For Meat Loaf it is very simple. Make your meat loaf like you like to make it. Then for topping use half a can of Dr. Pepper. Half 1/4 cup Ketchup 1/4 cup of Barba Q sauce two Tsp of Brown Sugar and one half of not jelly but whole Cranberry sauce in can. Mix and coat Meat Loaf. Telling you it is awesome.

  27. Avatar for MiqueMarlene Allen says

    February 8, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    Can you use diet dr. pepper?

  28. Avatar for MiqueHeidi says

    September 4, 2012 at 2:05 pm

    Just found a link to this recipe on “The Cards We Drew.” Looks so yummy! I’d love it if you linked up some of your great ideas atOne Creative Weekend (http://onecreativemommy.com/category/linky-parties-and-buttons/one-creative-weekend/)on OneCreativeMommy.com. The party is open from Fri-Wed each week.

  29. Avatar for MiqueKaty P says

    April 20, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    Just made this tonight. My husband and I lOVED it!! Thanks for the great recipe!

  30. Avatar for MiqueNicole says

    April 19, 2012 at 9:37 am

    This is in the Fridge,ready to go in the oven when we get home tonight. This and a salad man is it dinner time yet.

  31. Avatar for MiqueJulie @White Lights on Wednesday says

    April 18, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    I was basically ordered to make this chicken when my boyfriend saw the recipe title. He’s a bit of a dr. pepper freak. Thanks for the recipe!

  32. Avatar for MiqueRebecca says

    April 18, 2012 at 3:34 pm

    I love to braise beef roasts in Dr Pepper, add a little tomato sauce, garlic, onion, and chipolte if you like spicy

  33. Avatar for MiqueKate @ Songs Kate Sang says

    April 18, 2012 at 3:18 pm

    I love Dr. Pepper! Any excuse to buy it works for me.

  34. Avatar for MiqueAllison says

    April 18, 2012 at 8:26 am

    I love Dr. Pepper in small doses. I always wind up throwing half of the can away. What a great recipe and way for me to use the leftovers up. Thanks!!!

  35. Avatar for Miquekatie s says

    April 18, 2012 at 8:02 am

    Any excuse to buy Dr Pepper makes me a happy girl! Looks tasty!!

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