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Dr. Pepper Grilled Chicken

A sweet-and-savory grilled chicken made with a Dr. Pepper-based marinade for juicy, flavorful breasts.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Dr. Pepper
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice
  • 6 chicken breasts

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups Dr. Pepper, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and 1 tablespoon lime juice until the sugar is dissolved and the marinade is uniform.
  • Place 6 chicken breasts in a large gallon-sized zipper bag or a nonreactive container and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  • Seal the bag tightly and refrigerate for 4 to 24 hours to marinate.
  • When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  • Preheat your grill or a cast iron grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF (74ºC), flipping as needed for even cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm doneness, then remove the chicken and let it rest a few minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Charcoal Chimney Starter
  • Grilling Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Cast Iron Grill Pan

Notes

  • To cook without a grill, pan-sear 3–4 minutes per side then finish in a 400ºF oven for about 10 minutes.
  • You can use any chicken cut you prefer — breasts, tenders, thighs, or legs.
  • Boneless or bone-in chicken both work; adjust cooking time as needed to reach 165ºF.