Add the vegetable oil to your skillet on medium high heat with your chicken.
Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes then flip and cook an additional 5 minutes, then add in the garlic, salt, pepper, brown sugar and water and stir to combine.
Lower the temperature to medium low and let cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 8-10 minutes.
Spoon the sauce over the chicken to serve.
Notes
Serve warm over rice or with your favorite roasted vegetables.