Description
Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken is a delicious dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it a family favorite. The succulent chicken is marinated in a delightful blend of brown sugar and garlic, resulting in a sticky glaze that caramelizes beautifully when baked. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. Serve it alongside rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and lemon juice; stir until well mixed.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal tightly and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Transfer the marinated chicken to a baking dish and pour any remaining marinade on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (juices should run clear).
- For an extra caramelized finish, switch to broil mode for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg