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Savory Baked Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken Recipe


  • Author: foodlmo
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A perfect blend of sweet and savory, this juicy chicken dish combines the rich flavors of garlic with caramelized brown sugar for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Mix brown sugar, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl.
  • Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and spread the garlic-sugar mixture evenly over them.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • For extra tenderness, pound chicken breasts to even thickness before cooking
  • Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Protein: 29g