Caramelized Garlic Chicken

A quick, easy chicken recipe for days when you don’t want to spend time in the kitchen.
Oven roasting brings out garlic’s mellow side, a pleasing flavor enhancer for chicken breasts.
Goes great with traditional potatoes or rice. As it bakes, the garlic and sugar will melt into a sweet glaze. Customize with your favorite herbs or spices.

Caramelized Garlic Chicken

Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• additional herbs and spices, as desired

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F Line a baking dish or cookie sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly brush with oil.
2. In small sauté pan, sauté garlic with the oil until tender.
3. Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar. Add additional herbs and spices as desired.
4. Season chicken with salt and pepper. .Place breasts in a prepared baking dish and cover with the garlic and brown sugar mixture.
5. Bake uncovered for 15-30 minutes, or until juices run clear. Cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of your chicken.

Recipe and image credit: Food.com