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Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Thighs

Juicy, tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory brown sugar garlic sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 490
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)

Method

Preparation

  • Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cooking

  • Sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown; set aside.
  • Reduce heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  • Pour this mixture into the skillet and let it simmer.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked through (165°F).
  • Add the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve the chicken coated with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 890mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24g

Notes

Best served warm, paired with steamed rice or mashed potatoes. Use an airtight container to store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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