Sweet and Tangy Braised Catalina Chicken: Savor This Easy Recipe!
A delicious one-pan dinner featuring chicken braised in a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup Catalina dressing
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown them in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side.
- In a bowl, mix together the Catalina dressing, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Pour the sauce over the browned chicken in the skillet.
- Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg