Description
Delight your guests with this succulent maple-glazed chicken, perfectly balancing sweet and savory flavors—an unforgettable centerpiece for your Easter feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and finely chop garlic and ginger.
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast until golden (3-4 minutes per side).
- Pour any leftover marinade over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey or add orange juice for a twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg