Description
This Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast features tender chicken infused with garlic and butter. Perfect for a quick dinner or a healthy meal, it combines simplicity with incredible flavor to satisfy your cravings.
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 minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter over them.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and juices run clear.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For best results, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Ensure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 521mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg