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Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2-4 servings 1x

Description

This Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts baked to perfection with a flavorful garlic and brown sugar glaze. The dish combines savory garlic sautéed in olive oil with the sweetness of brown sugar, creating a deliciously caramelized coating that’s perfect served alongside rice and a fresh veggie salad. Simple to prepare and quick to bake, this recipe is an easy way to elevate your weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Garlic Brown Sugar Mixture

  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons olive oil

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Garlic: In a small sauté pan, heat 3 teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook until tender and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  2. Mix in Brown Sugar: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in 4 tablespoons of brown sugar until the mixture is well combined and glossy.
  3. Prepare Chicken: Lightly grease a casserole dish. Place 2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the dish. Pour the garlic and brown sugar mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bake: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake the chicken for 15 to 30 minutes, depending on thickness, until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.
  5. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Serve hot alongside rice and a fresh vegetable salad for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts; always check that internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a splash of soy sauce or lemon juice to the garlic sugar mixture before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Use fresh garlic for best flavor; minced garlic from a jar will alter the taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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