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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken


  • Author: Hannah
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Melt In Your Mouth Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into memorable culinary experiences. This easy-to-follow recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful sauce of soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic, ensuring each bite melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or casual nights at home, this crowd-pleaser will have everyone asking for seconds.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the dish and pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil until well combined.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let rest for a few minutes before serving with extra sauce drizzled on top.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 4 oz)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor infusion. Feel free to add fresh herbs like basil or cilantro for a refreshing twist. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal.