Description
Sweet Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken marinated in a luscious blend of sweet and savory flavors. As it cooks, the sweet aroma fills your kitchen, making this recipe perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family meal. With minimal prep time and versatile cooking options, this crowd-pleaser is sure to have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or preheat your grill.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a baking dish or on the grill for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg