Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Breasts
Enjoy tender and flavorful chicken breasts glazed with a delightful brown sugar garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts lean protein
- ¼ cup brown sugar adds sweetness and moisture
- 1 Tbsp water helps dissolve the sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder provides garlicky depth
- 1 tsp dried thyme adds herbal notes
- ½ tsp salt boosts overall flavor
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper adds mild heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, water, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix these ingredients well.
- Place the chicken in the baking dish and pour the brown sugar sauce over the top.
Cooking
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and add to serving plates, drizzling the liquid from the baking dish over the cooked chicken.
Notes
Make sure to accurately measure the brown sugar. Rest the chicken for a few minutes after baking to retain juiciness. For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken briefly in the sauce before baking.