Description
Succulent Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken delivers sweet and savory magic in one irresistible dish. Rich caramelized flavors and tender meat will satisfy hungry families seeking a quick, delicious dinner solution.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt
- Black pepper
Brown Sugar Sauce:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 400°F and create a seasoned base for the chicken by generously sprinkling salt and pepper across each piece.
- Craft a robust sauce by whisking together brown sugar, water, garlic powder, thyme, and additional salt and pepper in a compact mixing vessel until thoroughly combined.
- Position the seasoned chicken pieces in a lightly greased baking dish, ensuring they are not overcrowded, then lavishly cascade the prepared sauce over the surface, coating each piece uniformly.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, monitoring carefully to confirm the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest momentarily, then transfer to serving plates and drizzle the caramelized pan sauce directly over the top for an extra layer of flavor complexity.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting garlic powder or adding red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for richer flavor and juicier meat if preferred.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce instead of salt to control sodium content and add depth to sauce.
- Marinate chicken for 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg