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Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Recipe

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4.4 from 6 reviews

  • Author: Leila
  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken recipe features tender boneless skinless chicken breasts baked in a sweet and savory brown sugar garlic sauce. With aromatic thyme and a hint of black pepper, it's a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to season

Brown Sugar Garlic Sauce

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the chicken from sticking. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, water, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well until the mixture is combined into a thick sauce.
  3. Arrange and coat chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, then pour the brown sugar garlic sauce evenly over the top, making sure each piece is well coated.
  4. Bake the chicken: Put the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
  5. Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven, transfer to serving plates, and drizzle the delicious sauce from the baking dish over the chicken. This sauce is also excellent over pasta or rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before baking.
  • The sauce doubles well as a glaze for vegetables or meats.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reduce sugar content, adjust the brown sugar amount as desired.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbyleila.com/brown-sugar-garlic-chicken-recipe/