Description
A simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe for juicy baked chicken breast coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the garlic butter mixture.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the garlic butter mixture.
- Feel free to add other herbs like thyme or rosemary to the butter.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to avoid any foodborne illness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: Approx. 300-350 (will vary based on exact ingredients)
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: Low
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Moderate