Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken
Indulge in the perfect balance of savory and sweet with this irresistible Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken recipe. With tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned to perfection and coated in a luscious caramelized glaze made from garlic and brown sugar, this dish is a flavor-packed weeknight dinner dream. Seared in a skillet for a golden-brown crust and baked to juicy perfection, this quick and easy recipe requires just 30 minutes from start to finish. The combination of minced garlic, smoky paprika, and rich brown sugar creates a mouthwatering sauce that’s perfect for drizzling over rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, this crowd-pleasing chicken dish is bound to become a household favorite. Perfectly simple yet impressively delicious, Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken is a must-try recipe for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Optional parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook each side for 2-3 minutes, just until the chicken begins to brown (it won’t be fully cooked yet).
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the chicken breasts.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven. Spoon the caramelized brown sugar and garlic mixture from the bottom of the skillet over the chicken.
Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite sides such as rice, vegetables, or a salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2889 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 216.7 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1913 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
