Description
Catalina Chicken brings zesty tangy flavors that dance right into your dinner routine with minimal prep and maximum deliciousness. Grab some chicken breasts, pour that sweet-tart Catalina dressing, and bake for a simple meal that makes weeknight cooking a total breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauces and Dressings:
- 1 cup Catalina dressing
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons honey
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Clean your chicken breasts, removing any excess fat. Sprinkle 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and ½ tsp paprika across the surface, ensuring even coverage.
- Grab a medium bowl and combine 1 cup Catalina dressing, ¼ cup ketchup, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp onion powder. Whisk until the mixture looks smooth and consistent.
- Place chicken breasts in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour the entire prepared sauce over the meat, coating each piece thoroughly.
- Slide the baking dish into a preheated 375°F oven. Bake for 25 minutes, ensuring your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- After 25 minutes, switch your oven to broil. Broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes to caramelize the sauce and create a slightly crispy exterior.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute, keeping your meat tender and moist.
- Transfer chicken to serving plates. Drizzle additional sauce from the baking dish over the top for extra flavor.
- Serve alongside fluffy white rice or roasted vegetables to complete your meal.
Notes
- Select boneless, skinless chicken breasts for even cooking and maximum sauce absorption.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer to ensure safe consumption.
- Swap Catalina dressing with low-sugar or homemade versions for healthier alternatives and diet modifications.
- For gluten-free needs, verify all sauce ingredients are certified gluten-free before preparing the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes (Oven), 12-14 minutes (Grill), 3-6 hours (Slow Cooker)
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg