Description
A flavorful dish that marries succulent chicken with a glossy, mouthwatering glaze of brown sugar and garlic, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil to create a marinade.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, allowing them to marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with the remaining glaze.
Notes
For variations, try adding red pepper flakes for heat, a splash of citrus, or fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, garlic, brown sugar, easy recipe, quick dinner, glaze