Description
A richly flavored, tender chicken breast with a golden garlic butter crust. Perfectly balanced with herbs and spices, this oven-baked dish delivers juicy results with minimal effort. Pair with roasted vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless) – 4 (6 oz each)
Butter – 4 tbsp salted
Garlic – 6 cloves (minced)
Thyme – 1 tbsp fresh (or 1 tsp dried)
Cayenne pepper – pinch (optional)
Salt – 1 tsp (adjust if using unsalted butter)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper
Pat chicken dry with paper towels
Season both sides with salt, thyme, and cayenne (if using)
Melt 2 tbsp butter in pan until browned and aromatic
Add minced garlic; sauté 1 minute until fragrant
Transfer garlic butter to small bowl and let cool slightly
Spread garlic butter evenly over chicken breasts
Place on prepared sheet and bake 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C)
Notes
Blade-cut chicken ensures even thickness
Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving
Use fresh garlic for bold flavor
Bake in preheated oven for optimal results
If using unsalted butter, increase salt to 1.5 tsp
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg