Description
Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast is a quick and delicious meal featuring juicy chicken, savory garlic, and rich butter. Perfect for busy nights or anyone craving a comforting dinner.
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, then add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle the garlic butter over them.
- Sprinkle paprika, along with salt and pepper to taste, onto the chicken.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the garlic butter mixture for a few hours before baking.
Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safety.
Serve with a side of vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg