Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast
A quick and comforting baked chicken breast recipe coated in garlic butter, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free option available, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter (or softened butter mixed with 2–3 minced garlic cloves)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and place the breasts in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Melt the garlic butter and spoon it over the chicken to coat.
- Season the breasts with salt, black pepper, and dried herbs.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Switch the oven to broil for 1–2 minutes for browning, if desired.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then squeeze lemon wedges over each breast before serving.
Notes
For thick breasts, halve them horizontally or pound for even cooking. Use unsalted butter for better control over seasoning.