Description

This Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce recipe offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts are seasoned, grilled to perfection, and then brushed with a rich, garlicky brown sugar sauce that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Ideal for summer cookouts or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is both easy to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat to ensure a hot cooking surface, which will help sear the chicken and lock in the juices.
Prepare the Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts evenly with olive oil, then season generously with salt and black pepper for a simple but flavorful base.
Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Make the Sauce: While the chicken grills, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Caramelize the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, brush the garlic brown sugar sauce over each piece. Return the chicken to the grill and cook for an additional 1 minute on each side to allow the sauce to caramelize nicely.
Serve: Serve the grilled chicken hot, with extra sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh finishing touch if desired.

Notes

You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer a juicier cut.
The garlic brown sugar sauce can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce.
Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to taste or omit for a milder sauce.