Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast – Easy, Juicy, and Flavorful

This Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast recipe is a simple yet delicious way to prepare chicken, packed with flavor and easy to make. The combination of melted butter, minced garlic, and aromatic herbs like thyme, rosemary, and parsley creates a rich, savory sauce that coats the chicken, infusing it with moisture and flavor. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  
  

• 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  
  

• 4 cloves garlic, minced
  
  

• 1 tsp dried thyme
  
  

• 1 tsp dried rosemary
  
  

• 1 tsp dried parsley
  
  

• 1 tsp paprika
  
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

• 2 tbsp olive oil
  
  

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  
  

• Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   
   

2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
   
   

3. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and paprika.
   
   

4. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear them for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
   
   

5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated.
   
   

6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
   
   

7. Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving):

• Calories: 320 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 1g
  
  

• Protein: 30g
  
  

• Fat: 23g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 8g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 95mg
  
  

• Sodium: 480mg
  
  

• Potassium: 370mg
  
  

• Fiber: 0g
  
  

• Sugar: 0g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 5%
  
  

• Vitamin C: 4%
  
  

• Calcium: 2%
  
  

• Iron: 6%