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Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken

Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken: A Sweet and Savory Family Feast

Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that combines sweet and savory flavors for a perfect dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts/Thighs Use breasts for a leaner dish or thighs for juicy tenderness.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil To coat the baking dish.
For the Glaze
  • 4 cloves Fresh Minced Garlic Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute for lower-carb alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Melted for the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional but recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Pat dry the chicken and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
  4. Pour the glaze over the seasoned chicken, ensuring it's well coated.
  5. Bake in the oven for 25-35 minutes, basting halfway through.
  6. Check the internal temperature to reach 165°F (74°C) before removing from the oven.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 29gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and monitor cooking times closely to prevent drying out the chicken.

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