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Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

A simple and delicious recipe for juicy garlic butter baked chicken breasts that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts organic, air chilled
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

Preheat and Prep
  1. Pat your chicken breasts incredibly dry with paper towels.
Season Generously
  1. Rub this all over the chicken.
The Sizzle
  1. Once the oil shimmers, place the chicken in the pan.
  2. Brown each side for about 2 to 3 minutes until a golden crust forms.
The Butter Bath
  1. As the butter melts and begins to foam, use a spoon to baste the chicken.
The Bake
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. The internal temperature should hit 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Resting

    Nutrition

    Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25g

    Notes

    For a dairy free lifestyle, you can substitute the butter with a high quality ghee or a plant based butter alternative. For a paleo baked chicken breast version, simply stick to olive oil and ghee.
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