Maple-Glazed Chicken

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a bowl, mix together the maple syrup, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter and maple syrup mixture until combined.
4. Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
5. Pour the maple syrup mixture over the chicken breasts.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the glaze is golden and bubbly.
7. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Maple syrup is a natural sweetener made from the sap of maple trees.
• The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes this dish a crowd-pleaser.
• The glaze can be used on other proteins, such as pork and fish.