Description
This garlic brown sugar chicken is a quick and savory-sweet main dish that pairs well with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Pat each piece of chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant, making sure not to let it brown.
- Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Let bubble gently for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
- Push the sauce to the sides and place the chicken in the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, spooning sauce over each piece. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Reduce heat to low, add the butter, and spoon the thickened sauce over the chicken for 1–2 minutes until glossy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the glaze. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: garlic, chicken, weeknight meal, savory, sweet, quick dinner