Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a delightful dish that envelops tender chicken breasts in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe combines simplicity with exquisite flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser. Elevate your culinary skills and impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow Garlic Butter Chicken recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In an oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Sprinkle fresh thyme over the chicken and drizzle with lemon juice. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg