Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce Recipe
A delightful recipe for Grilled Chicken with a flavorful Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce. Juicy, tender chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with a sweet and savory sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Prepare the Chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 5–7 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
- Make the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Finish and Serve: Transfer grilled chicken to a plate, spoon the warm sauce over it, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier result.
- The sauce complements grilled salmon and roasted vegetables.
- Adjust sugar or vinegar for personal taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
