Description
Succulent garlic brown sugar chicken brings a symphony of sweet and savory flavors to dinner tables. Marinated tender chicken breasts caramelize with rich garlic and brown sugar glaze, promising a mouthwatering meal that satisfies both comfort and gourmet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4–6 chicken thighs
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking environment by warming the oven to 375F (190C), creating an ideal temperature for achieving a perfectly caramelized chicken exterior.
- Meticulously dry chicken breasts using paper towels, eliminating excess moisture to enhance seasoning adherence and promote optimal browning.
- Create a flavor-packed sauce by gently sautéing minced garlic in olive oil until aromatic, then incorporate brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and ground ginger.
- Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, allowing ingredients to meld and develop a rich, glossy consistency that will coat the chicken beautifully.
- Arrange seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish, generously drizzling the warm sauce to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, roasting for 25-30 minutes while periodically basting with sauce to intensify flavor and promote caramelization.
- Verify chicken doneness by confirming internal temperature reaches 165F (74C), which guarantees both safety and succulent meat.
- Allow chicken to rest briefly after removing from oven, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve alongside complementary side dishes to complete the meal.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s doneness, ensuring it reaches 165F (74C) for safe consumption without overcooking.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to help create a crispy, caramelized exterior that locks in moisture.
- Adjust brown sugar quantity for dietary needs: reduce for lower sugar diets or substitute with monk fruit sweetener for diabetic-friendly version.
- Layer extra flavor by adding red pepper flakes or smoked paprika to the sauce for a subtle kick without overwhelming the original recipe’s balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg