Sweet, savory, and incredibly juicy, this Easy Baked Chicken to Die For is the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat. With just four simple ingredients, it delivers mouthwatering flavor and a tender texture that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time35 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4servings
Calories: 310kcal
Equipment
Baking Dish
Small Pan
Ingredients
Chicken
4piecesboneless, skinless chicken breasts
Glaze Ingredients
4tablespoonsbrown sugar
3teaspoonsolive oil
4clovesgarlic, minced
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F and spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a small pan over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and tender.
Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar to form a glaze.
Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and spread the garlic brown sugar glaze evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered for 30–45 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or red pepper flakes to the glaze. This recipe works well with boneless chicken thighs too. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.