Description
Indulge in the magical experience of Sweet Garlic Chicken, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a sweet and savory glaze that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and creates an inviting aroma that will have everyone flocking to the table. Serve it alongside rice, noodles, or veggies for a complete meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over it. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg