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Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop and Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken recipe features tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs coated in a savory and sweet garlic brown sugar sauce. The chicken is first seared to a golden crisp on the stove, then oven-roasted to perfection, resulting in a beautifully caramelized skin and flavorful meat. Garnished with fresh parsley, this comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and season the chicken. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken thighs generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides to enhance flavor.
  2. Sear the chicken. In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside temporarily.
  3. Sauté the garlic. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic to maintain its delicate flavor.
  4. Create the sauce. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, dried oregano, dried thyme, and dried basil. Mix thoroughly to combine the ingredients into a rich, aromatic sauce that will coat the chicken beautifully.
  5. Coat the chicken with the sauce. Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the garlic brown sugar sauce. Spoon some sauce over the chicken to ensure an even coating for maximum flavor infusion.
  6. Roast the chicken. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175°F (80°C). This ensures the chicken is thoroughly cooked, tender, and juicy while allowing the sauce to caramelize perfectly on the skin.
  7. Garnish and serve. Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the chicken with chopped fresh parsley to add a burst of color and fresh flavor before serving.

Notes

  • Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and moisture.
  • Make sure the skillet is oven-safe to transition easily from stovetop to oven.
  • Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of brown sugar and honey to your preference.
  • Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes to complement the dish.

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