Description
Juicy chicken breasts baked with a sweet and savory brown sugar garlic glaze. This one-pan dish is easy to make and perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Remove skillet from heat and stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, paprika, black pepper, and salt to form a thick glaze.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spoon the glaze evenly over each piece.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: Broil for the last 2–3 minutes for a more caramelized finish.
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier variation.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Use honey or maple syrup if low on brown sugar.
A teaspoon of Dijon mustard can add a tangy twist.
Bone-in chicken works too but requires a longer baking time.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the microwave or covered skillet over low heat.
Freeze and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
