Name: Brown Sugar and Garlic Baked Chicken Breasts
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray; 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 teaspoons sea salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 cup light brown sugar; 4 cloves garlic

Brown Sugar and Garlic Baked Chicken Breasts

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Brown Sugar and Garlic Baked Chicken Breasts

nonstick cooking spray

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts(pounded to 3/4 inch thickness)

2 teaspoons sea salt

¼ tsp black pepper

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

½ cup light brown sugar(packed)

4 cloves garlic(minced)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with the salt and black pepper. Arrange them in the prepared baking dish and drizzle with the olive oil.

Sprinkle the brown sugar over the chicken breasts and gently pat it down to create an even coating. Sprinkle the minced garlic over the chicken.

Bake the chicken breasts on middle rack of oven for 15 minutes.

Open the oven and spoon any released juices over the top of the chicken breasts. Continue baking until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F, 10-15 minutes.

Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Spoon any caramelized drippings in the pan over the chicken breasts. Serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Caramelize the Garlic-Sugar Coating 🔥
Create a paste with minced garlic and brown sugar before applying to chicken, allowing the sugars to caramelize in the oven for a deeply flavorful, glossy crust rather than burning on top.
Pound for Even Cooking 🔨
Gently pound chicken breasts to uniform ¾-inch thickness so they cook evenly throughout, preventing dry edges while the center finishes cooking.
Pat Dry for Better Browning 🧻
Remove excess moisture from chicken with paper towels before seasoning—this allows the brown sugar-garlic mixture to adhere properly and develop better browning.
Use a Meat Thermometer for Perfect Results 🌡️
Avoid overcooking by checking internal temperature at 165°F with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part, ensuring juicy, tender chicken every time.
Rest Before Serving ⏱️
Let the baked chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven to allow carryover cooking and allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat for maximum tenderness.