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Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken

Tender chicken thighs are seared and baked in a buttery garlic, brown sugar, oregano, and thyme sauce for a sticky, savory-sweet one-pan dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 227 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup butter, divided
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim excess fat from chicken and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, melt half of the butter. Sear chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining butter to the skillet. Once melted, add garlic, brown sugar, oregano, and thyme. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the garlic sauce over the top.
  • Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
  • Spoon sauce over chicken before serving.

Notes

Pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad. For extra caramelization, broil for 2-3 minutes after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 227kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15.7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6.8gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 116mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 8.8g