Description
A delicious one-pan meal featuring tender chicken thighs infused with the sweet and garlicky flavors of brown sugar and butter, served with mixed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed veggies (like broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a large baking sheet by spreading your chopped broccoli and carrots evenly across the bottom.
- Place the chicken thighs atop the vegetables, seasoning them generously with salt and pepper.
- Mix the melted butter, brown sugar, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour the garlic butter sauce evenly over the chicken and veggies.
- Bake uncovered for 35 to 45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Serve by spooning the remaining sauce from the pan over the chicken and vegetables.
Notes
Chop the vegetables and marinate the chicken in advance for hassle-free cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, sheet pan, garlic, brown sugar, butter, easy recipe