Garlic Butter Baked Chicken
A simple, comforting dish featuring juicy chicken breasts baked in rich garlic butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position a rack in the center.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter over it.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C); let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use a shallow baking dish for even cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken, garlic butter, baked chicken, easy dinner
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