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Easy Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Breasts


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A quick and flavorful chicken dish combining sweet brown sugar and savory garlic, perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish, then pour the brown sugar mixture over the top, ensuring each breast is coated evenly.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

This recipe can be easily adapted with substitutions like honey instead of brown sugar. Marinate the chicken for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chicken, garlic, brown sugar, easy recipe, weeknight dinner