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Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken Recipe

4.9 from 52 reviews

This Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken is a deliciously sticky and savory dish combining sweet brown sugar, fragrant garlic, and salty soy sauce to create a mouthwatering glaze over tender chicken. Perfectly cooked on the stovetop, this recipe is quick to prepare and yields a flavorful, satisfying main course.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces, trimming any excess fat. Cut into uniform bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Stir until the brown sugar is partially dissolved to create the glaze.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and pour the sauce mixture over them immediately.
  4. Simmer until sticky: Allow the chicken and sauce to cook together, stirring occasionally. Simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes or until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky, and the chicken is fully cooked through.
  5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve the chicken hot, spooning extra glaze from the pan over the top.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Serve with steamed rice or vegetables to balance the sweetness.
  • Adjust brown sugar to taste for more or less sweetness.
  • Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.

Keywords: garlic brown sugar chicken, sticky chicken, easy chicken recipe, sweet and savory chicken