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Lemonade Chicken

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Lemonade Chicken is a sweet, tangy, and savory dish made with frozen lemonade concentrate, brown sugar, and soy sauce. It’s an easy and flavorful recipe that delivers a sticky, citrusy glaze over tender chicken—perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/2 cup frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Optional garnish: sliced lemon, fresh parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat for stovetop version.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together lemonade concentrate, brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce to form the sauce.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken on both sides until golden, about 3–4 minutes per side.
  5. Pour lemonade sauce over the chicken.
  6. If baking, transfer everything to a baking dish and bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, basting occasionally.
  7. If cooking on stovetop, cover and simmer on low for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. For a thicker glaze, stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) during the last few minutes of cooking.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices or fresh herbs as desired.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
  • Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar or lemonade concentrate.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  • Great for grilling—just marinate and baste with extra sauce.
  • To make ahead, cook and store in sauce up to 2 days in advance.

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