Garlic Brown Sugar Baked Chicken Thighs

Garlic Brown Sugar Baked Chicken Thighs

These juicy, oven-baked chicken thighs are coated in a rich garlic butter and brown sugar glaze, creating perfectly caramelized, crispy skin with tender, flavorful meat. An easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in under an hour!

Ingredients

• 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, melted butter, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
4. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in the baking dish.
5. Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over each piece, making sure to coat all sides.
6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, basting once halfway through with the pan juices.
7. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) or broil for 2–4 minutes until the skin is deep golden brown and slightly caramelized.
8. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then spoon the flavorful pan sauce over the top and garnish with chopped parsley.

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Roasted vegetables
• Buttered rice
• Garlic green beans
• Fresh garden salad

Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Rest Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

 Servings

4 servings

 Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

• Calories: 430
• Protein: 32g
• Carbohydrates: 7g
• Fat: 30g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 5g