Crispy Garlic Butter Chicken
Crispy Garlic Butter Chicken is a delectable dish that elevates your dinner experience with its tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it perfect for family meals or special gatherings. This easy-to-follow recipe requires minimal ingredients and delivers maximum satisfaction, showcasing a golden-brown crust and savory aroma that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a pan over medium heat, melt half the butter with olive oil; sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add seasoned chicken to the pan; sear each side until golden brown (approximately 5 minutes per side).
- Remove chicken; deglaze the pan with soy sauce and lemon juice, mixing well for about 2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan or place in an oven-safe dish; pour sauce over it and bake for 20-25 minutes or until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Drizzle remaining melted butter over the baked chicken and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg