Description
Mouthwatering Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast combines the rich flavors of garlic and butter, ensuring a quick and satisfying meal that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
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 for about 1 minute.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter over them.
- Sprinkle paprika, salt, and pepper on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the garlic butter for at least an hour before baking.
Serve the chicken with a side of vegetables or rice to complete the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg