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Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast

This garlic butter baked chicken breast is a simple, comforting dish that brings Southern home cooking to your table with minimal fuss, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste fresh parsley (for garnish) Use for garnishing the dish before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over them, making sure to coat each piece well.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
  2. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Pound breasts to even thickness for uniform cooking. Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm the center reaches 165°F. Resting for 5 minutes allows juices to redistribute for moist slices.