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Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken

Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken - Sweet Comfort for Busy Nights

Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken offers a delightful blend of garlic and brown sugar for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs for juiciness or breasts for a leaner option.
For the Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Grease the baking dish.
  • 4 cloves Fresh Minced Garlic Avoid jarred variants.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with dark brown sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted, for enhancing richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Provides acidity to balance sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds subtle smoky flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Boosts overall flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, light brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar.
  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken in the glaze for up to 24 hours can enhance the flavor significantly.

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