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Delicious garlic butter baked chicken served with herbs and spices

Simple Garlic Butter Chicken

This Garlic Butter Baked Chicken recipe offers rich garlic and buttery flavors with a golden crust, designed for cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup butter Substitute with olive oil or plant-based margarine if desired.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh minced garlic gives the brightest flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika adds a warm smoky flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Taste the sauce before pouring it over raw chicken.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and paprika, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter sauce over the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish is versatile and kid-friendly; the garlic butter can be mixed ahead of time and stored in the fridge. It keeps well and can be frozen for longer storage.