Description
Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast is a must-try for brunch or dinner, featuring juicy chicken, rich garlic butter, and simple seasoning for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter over them.
- Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use unsalted butter.
You can add other herbs like thyme or rosemary for additional taste.
Make sure to rest the chicken for a few minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg