Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast
A juicy chicken breast dish enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, combining comfort and convenience for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme until well mixed.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the top, ensuring they are coated evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
- Just before serving, garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For best results, allow chicken to sit at room temperature before cooking and avoid skipping the resting time after baking.
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