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This Candied Chicken is sure to be a family favorite – chicken breasts are cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce that leaves the kids begging for more!

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I feel like I go through phases with my cooking. One week, I am drawn to anything new. Unique flavor combinations, or flavors or techniques that I haven’t tried before. I want to get creative and come up with something a little out of the ordinary.

Other times, all I want is familiar. Foods I grew up on, or flavors that remind me of my childhood.

Right now, I am in that familiar phase. I have been scouring family cookbooks, and wanting to make everything that reminds me of my family. So don’t be surprised if you start seeing a bunch of childhood favorites cropping up here on Taste and Tell!!

This recipe is one of those recipes that comes from one of my beloved family cookbooks. While I didn’t grow up eating this Candied Chicken (at least that I remember), I know my sister has been making this recipe for her family for years.

Candied Chicken, you ask? I know this isn’t an every day recipe (hello sugar!), but it’s a great recipe for one of those nights when you want to treat your family. And every plate will be cleaned. While there is not any actual candy in this recipe, ;), chicken breasts are cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce that is addictive and delicious. Serve the chicken up over rice, and pour some of the extra sauce over the top – and I’m in heaven.

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Want more chicken recipes? Try this Artichoke Chicken with Roasted Potatoes, Creamy Crunchy Chicken, or this Potato Chip Chicken.

Or check out more from around the web: Grilled Tandoori Chicken from Creme de la Crumb, Baked Cheddar Chicken from Or Whatever You Do, or this Italian Baked Chicken from The Cooking Jar.

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Candied Chicken

4.50 from 2 votes

Author: Deborah

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

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This Candied Chicken is sure to be a family favorite - chicken breasts are cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce that leaves the kids begging for more!

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup flour
  • salt and pepper
  • 4-5 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 3 lbs)
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Pour the flour into a large ziptop bag. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat the chicken in the flour.

  • Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the oil. Brown the chicken in the pan, working in batches, if needed, and adding more oil if needed. Place the chicken in a 9x13-inch baking dish.

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.

  • In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, water, ketchup, mustard, onion, Worcestershire and salt. Stir to combine. Pour the mixture over the chicken.

  • Bake until the chicken is cooked through, 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of your chicken. Baste the chicken with the sauce every 20 to 30 minutes. Serve with rice, if desired.

Recipe Notes:

recipe from my sister

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/6 of recipe, Calories: 591kcal (30%), Carbohydrates: 56g (19%), Protein: 49g (98%), Fat: 9g (14%), Saturated Fat: 1g (6%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 110mg (37%), Sodium: 617mg (27%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 54g (60%)

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  1. Amy says

    I’m going to try this recipe this week. it’s remind me of something my grandmother used to make us growing up!

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  2. Andrew says

    Candied Chicken Recipe (10)
    your website is addictive and this recipe is another that turned out great.
    i cubed the chicken then floured. baked for 1 hr and the chicken got nice and sticky , served over rice with broccoli . YUMMY

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  3. Stacey says

    Candied Chicken Recipe (11)
    Made this last night. HUGE hit in my house. Thanks!

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    • Deborah says

      Yay! So glad it was loved!

      Reply

  4. Jane says

    How many calories?

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    • Deborah says

      Hi Jane, I don’t calculate the calories, but you can use a site like caloriecount.com to figure them out.

      Reply

  5. Stefanie says

    Made this tonight with the breasts so I didn’t have to baste them. 400 degrees for 35 minutes. The sauce is so tasty! Will be making it again and take a picture then.

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    • Deborah says

      I’m so glad you loved it!! xoxo

      Reply

  6. lucrezia says

    ok s i made this once before and it came out real good but last night made it and the chicken was tough. did i not bake it maybe long enough? which i baked the same amount the last couple times i made it. or was it mabye i pan fried too long??? any suggestions i want to make it again but not wont for a while

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    • Deborah says

      I would guess that the chicken was overcooked if it was tough. If the chicken is thinner, it won’t take as long to bake. If you have a meat thermometer, that is a great way to tell when the chicken is cooked through.

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  7. Nazza says

    Thankyou Deborah. I am guessing it is what we have in Australia as American Mustard.

    Reply

  8. Nazza says

    Is yellow mustard a powder or a type of sauce? Can someone explain this to me please

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    • Deborah says

      It is the regular yellow mustard condiment – it is a sauce.

      Reply

  9. Nicole says

    *flattered

    Saw that as it was going through. Gah!! 😉

    Reply

  10. Nicole says

    This looks fantastic! My kids would totally eat all of this, and then beg for more. Great recipe! I’m also in a “comfort” food phase, and I need to be in a salad and vegetable phase. Ha! Such is life! Thanks so much for linking my Baked Cheddar Chicken here! I’m very flattored. <3

    Reply

  11. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says

    What a great idea! I’m always looking for new chicken recipes!

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  12. Catherine says

    This sounds very good. Catherine

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  13. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    I was intrigued with the title right off the bat. Then the picture pulled me in more.
    Well I am sure this recipe will become part of your kids’ childhood memories, even if you don’t remember. Obviously a tangy sauce—I like that is coats the chicken so thoroughly.

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  14. Chels R. says

    This sounds good. I love finding new things to do with chicken and I love family favorite meals. I wish I had a family cookbook that could be passed down to me. I’m working on a recipe book for Grace though. 🙂

    Reply

  15. Christina @ The Beautiful Balance says

    Awesome recipe. I don’t eat meat but I just sent this link to my mom and she’s making it this weekend!

    Reply

  16. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

    Family favorites are the best! This sounds like a great way to mix up our usual chicken recipes!

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  17. Stacey @ Bake Eat Repeat says

    I’m the same way, making old favourites for a while, and then switching to only new recipes! This one looks like a delicious treat that the kids would definitely love!

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  18. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    I love old family favorites! There really is something so comforting about them.

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  19. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

    Thank you for bringing back childhood memories! My mother used to make a very similar recipe. I remember it so fondly and it was delicious. I have never attempted to make it, as my mom passed away years ago and I since had forgotten. I am going to give this one a try soon!

    Reply

Candied Chicken Recipe (2024)

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