Garlic Butter Baked Chicken
Garlic Butter Baked Chicken is an easy chicken recipe that is simple yet impressive. Made with a garlic-infused butter sauce, the meat is juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Serve it with your favorite sides and you've got a simple dinner ready for the family in under an hour!
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced thin
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter cubed
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and pour the olive oil into the bottom of a 9x13 glass baking dish. Spread it around to coat the bottom.1 Tablespoon olive oil
- If needed, butterfly the chicken breasts so you have 4-6 pieces. Season with salt and pepper and place in the baking dish.2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt & pepper
- In a small skillet over medium heat, add the butter. Once melted, add in the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes until light brown. Do not let it burn.⅓ cup unsalted butter, 3 cloves garlic
- Remove the pan from the heat and add in the parsley, lemon pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to evenly distribute.1 Tablespoon dried parsley, 2 teaspoons lemon pepper, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165° is reached.
- Remove from the oven, let stand for 5 minutes, then serve, spooning the extra garlic butter over the top.
Notes
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help the coating stick and brown better.
- Boost flavor with herbs like Italian seasoning, thyme, rosemary, or basil.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Toss in veggies like brussels sprouts, green beans, or baby carrots to roast with the meat.
- Sprinkle cheese on top—mozzarella, Italian blend, or Parmesan all work great.
- Add capers for a tangy twist, especially if you enjoy lemon chicken flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 433kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 884mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 630IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
