Description
This simple and flavorful 3-Ingredient Brown Sugar Italian Chicken recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet and savory brown sugar and Italian dressing mix glaze. Baked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a caramelized top, it's an effortless dinner that takes just minutes to prep and is perfect for busy weeknights or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 to 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning Mix
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 (0.7-oz) packet Italian dressing mix
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425ºF and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the chicken coating: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar and Italian dressing mix thoroughly. Coat both sides of each chicken breast evenly with this mixture for a flavorful glaze.
- Arrange chicken in pan: Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking pan and sprinkle any remaining brown sugar mixture over the chicken for extra sweetness and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the sugar to start melting into a sweet glaze.
- Broil to caramelize: Switch the oven to broil on HIGH and broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes until the brown sugar caramelizes into a golden, slightly crispy topping. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF for safe consumption.
- Keep a close eye during broiling as the sugar can burn quickly.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
