A standout dish that’s both effortless to prepare and deliciously rewarding, this Baked Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken combines the rich notes of brown sugar with the robust flavor of garlic.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4servings
Equipment
Casserole Dish
Sauté Pan
Ingredients
Chicken
4piecesboneless, skinless chicken breasts
Garlic
4clovesgarlic, finely minced
Brown Sugar
4tablespoonsbrown sugar
Olive Oil
3teaspoonsolive oil
Seasoning
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish with olive oil.
Step 2: In a small sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until tender and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3: Remove the garlic from heat and stir in the brown sugar until dissolved to create a glaze.
Step 4: Arrange the chicken breasts in the baking dish, spoon the glaze over each breast, and season with salt and pepper.
Step 5: Bake uncovered for 15-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 6: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic when sautéing. You can reduce the brown sugar slightly if watching sugar intake, but it is crucial for caramelization.