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Golden brown Garlic Butter Baked Chicken breast on a plate with fresh herbs, ready to be served for dinner.

Garlic Butter Baked Chicken

This ultimate Garlic Butter Baked Chicken recipe guarantees tender, flavorful chicken every time, perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring a unique smoked brown butter infusion and simple steps, it delivers a rich, aromatic experience that the whole family will adore.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Small bowl
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika. Set them aside for a moment.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of paprika, the melted butter, Italian seasoning, fresh chopped parsley, and minced garlic. Stir well and set this aromatic garlic butter mixture aside.
  4. Place a cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the skillet is hot and the oil shimmers, carefully add the seasoned chicken breasts. Sear them for about 1-2 minutes per side, until they develop a beautiful golden crust.
  5. Pour the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over the seared chicken breasts in the skillet.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken breasts reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Using an instant-read thermometer is key for juicy results.
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven. Using a spoon, generously pour some of the delicious butter sauce left in the skillet over the chicken breasts. If you wish, you can top with extra fresh herbs before serving for an additional burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 45gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Achieve perfectly juicy chicken by using an instant-read thermometer; pull chicken at 160°F and let it rest for 5-10 minutes to reach 165°F. Pat chicken dry before searing for a better crust. A cast iron skillet is recommended for best results.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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