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Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast

Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast: Juicy & Effortless Delight

Enjoy Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast, a dish that's juicy, flavorful, and quick to prepare for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or substitute with basil, oregano, and thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for enhanced flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 piece Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix the melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place in a greased or parchment-lined baking dish.
  4. Coat each chicken breast generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  5. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  6. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a crispy top, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving with optional parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

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