Description
This baked garlic brown sugar chicken recipe combines the sweet caramelized glaze of brown sugar with the rich aroma of garlic and tender chicken. A crowd-pleaser that’s beginner-friendly and ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove from heat and mix in brown sugar, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the garlic-brown sugar mixture over them evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter sweetness, substitute honey for brown sugar.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use fresh thyme instead of dried for more vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 26g