Description
Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken is the ultimate comfort dish that effortlessly combines sweet and savory flavors to create a truly delectable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressive dinner parties, this recipe showcases tender chicken breasts glazed with a rich brown sugar and garlic sauce. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, it’s designed for those who love great taste without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside fresh salads for a complete meal that will leave your family and guests raving about its delightful flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp water
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, water, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish and pour the sauce over it.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest briefly before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg