Melt In Your Mouth Chicken
Melt In Your Mouth Chicken is an exquisite dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a flavorful masterpiece. Infused with savory soy sauce, sweet brown sugar, and zesty lemon juice, this dish guarantees a delightful experience for your taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, it’s easy to make and will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the sauce over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg