Description
Looking for an easy dinner that packs a flavorful punch? This Sweet & Savory Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken recipe checks all the boxes. Juicy chicken thighs are seared to perfection and coated in a sticky-sweet glaze made from brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. It’s the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a treat—fast to prep, big on flavor, and perfect for everything from rice bowls to dinner parties.
Whether you’re in the mood for a quick dinner idea, seeking delicious food ideas for guests, or simply need an easy recipe to add to your rotation, this dish delivers. The combination of sweetness and savory garlic hits all the right notes and satisfies every craving.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Optional: cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) for thicker sauce
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry, season with salt and pepper, and cut into chunks.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken until golden on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic to skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar until dissolved.
- Return chicken to skillet and simmer uncovered 10-12 minutes, until sauce thickens.
- (Optional) Stir in cornstarch slurry for a thicker glaze.
- Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve hot.