Description
A simple yet flavorful dish that combines garlic and brown sugar with succulent chicken thighs, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the brown sugar mixture over the top, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken in the brown sugar mixture for a few hours or overnight before baking. Ensure your chicken skins are dry before baking for an extra crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 52mg