Description
Delightful maple-glazed chicken brings springtime elegance to Easter tables with rich Canadian maple flavors. Succulent roasted chicken dressed in sweet glaze promises a memorable meal you’ll savor and share with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 3 to 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Glaze and Marinade:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Fat:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Finely mince garlic and ginger, creating a fragrant base for the maple glaze.
- Whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, minced aromatics, lemon juice, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until thoroughly blended.
- Submerge chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring complete coverage, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat to 375°F (190°C).
- Select an oven-safe skillet and heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place marinated chicken breasts in the skillet, searing each side until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drizzle remaining marinade evenly over the chicken, coating surfaces completely.
- Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Adjust the maple syrup quantity based on your preferred sweetness level, ensuring a balanced flavor profile without overwhelming the savory notes.
- Select high-quality, pure maple syrup for an authentic and rich taste that elevates the entire dish.
- Opt for bone-in chicken breasts to maintain moisture and enhance the overall juiciness of the meat during baking.
- Consider using low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake while preserving the recipe’s delicious umami undertones.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 372 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg