Description
Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast is the perfect recipe for busy nights. Quick, easy, and delicious, you’ll love this go-to family meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or your favorite herbs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken by placing it in a baking dish.
- Mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Bathe the chicken breasts with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve after letting it rest for 5 minutes.
Notes
Don’t skip the garlic for maximum flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: garlic butter chicken, baked chicken, easy chicken recipe, weeknight dinner, family meal