Best 3 Sweet Saucy Chicken Recipes

"Sweet saucy chicken" is a mouthwatering dish that combines the savory flavors of chicken with a delectable sweet and tangy sauce. Whether you prefer crispy fried chicken or succulent baked chicken, there's a sweet saucy chicken recipe out there to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for sweet saucy chicken, ranging from classic favorites to innovative fusion dishes. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where sweet and savory intertwine to create an unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SAUCY CHICKEN

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I can't remember were this recipe came from, but I've been making it for several years. Everyone who tries it enjoys it. When the chicken is done cooking, it's so tender it falls off the bone.-Mrs. Patricia Weir, Chilliwack, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 broiler/fryer chicken (4 pounds), cut up and skin removed
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice or egg noodles, optional

Steps:

Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and flour. Stir in the water, vinegar and soy sauce. Add the ketchup, onion, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , Pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken juices run clear. Serve with rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SWEET AND SAUCY CHICKEN

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OMG~THIS WAS SO GOOD. Family was very firm w/ "MAKE THIS AGAIN and DON'T CHANGE A THING". OK..BUT Here's what I will do different... -reserve a good portion of the sauce for after cooking.. because there was plenty for doing that and the juice from the chicken cooking thinned the sauce considerably. OK..correction: check my...

Provided by Tracy Joyner

Categories Chicken

Time 6h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pkg chicken leg quarters--pull the skin off
1 1/2 c packed brown sugar
1/2 c all purpose flour
1 1/3 c water
2/3 c white vinegar
2/3 c soy sauce
4 Tbsp ketsup
1/4 large onion-minced
2 tsp prepared mustard
1/2 tsp garlic pwd
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
hot cooked rice or egg noodles

Steps:

1. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and flour. Stir in the water, vinegar and soy sauce. Add the ketchup, onion, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.
2. Pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken juices run clear.
3. ok..here's where I switch it up a little bit. SAVE THE LEFTOVERS---!! you will want to debone the chicken, thicken up the sauce a little bit and add some pasta for something I can only call addictive "YUM" and don't judge the YUM by its beginnings because the flavors just become something even more wonderful in the refridgerator.

SWEET & SAUCY CHICKEN

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This is from Taste of Home Slow Cooker Hot and Hearty Classics. It makes a lot of sauce (about 2 Cups) which is great if serving over noodles or rice. In my case, I was serving it with a side of vegetables so I would reduce the sauce for that reason. I did make one change to this recipe and that was to cook just the chicken for 2 hours, then I drained the fat and added the sauce, but you can do whatever you like.

Provided by mums the word

Categories Poultry

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (4 lb) whole chickens, cut up and skin removed
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon minced dried onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place chicken pieces in 3-4 Qt slow cooker.
In small saucepan, combine brown sugar and flour, stir in water, vinegar, soy sauce.
Add ketchup, dried onion, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 1-2 minutes to thicken.
Pour sauce over chicken and cook on low 6-8 hours.
Serve with rice or noodles.

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are both good choices for this recipe. If you're using chicken breasts, slice them into thin strips so they cook quickly and evenly.
Use a large skillet: A large skillet will give the chicken plenty of room to cook without overcrowding. If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the chicken in batches.
Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you overcrowd the skillet, the chicken will steam instead of fry and it won't get crispy.
Cook the chicken over medium heat: Medium heat will help the chicken cook evenly without burning.
Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook the chicken until it is cooked through but still tender and juicy.
Make the sauce ahead of time: The sauce can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days. This will save you time when you're ready to make the chicken.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Sweet and saucy chicken is delicious served with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Sweet and saucy chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce that is sweet, savory, and slightly spicy. Serve it over rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.