Description
A cozy and flavorful weeknight dinner that fills your home with comforting aromas of garlic and butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter over the top.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with dried parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
Prep the chicken in advance for a stress-free dinner night. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg