Root Beer Glazed Chicken Breast Recipe
What Started it all:
chicken breast, root beer
This root beer glazed chicken breast recipe is a unique twist on traditional chicken breast. It offers a sweet and savory flavor with a bit of a kick that is sure to leave your taste buds wanting more. Serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup root beer
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together root beer, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for about 3 minutes on each side.
- Pour in the root beer mixture and bring it to a simmer. Continue cooking the chicken, spooning the sauce over the chicken every few minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and continue cooking the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the chicken breast with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or rice.
Enjoy your delicious root beer glazed chicken breast!