Print

Foolproof Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast for Juicy Results

Close-up of a juicy baked chicken breast, sliced to show the moist interior and herb crust.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This recipe guarantees tender, juicy baked chicken breast every time using a simple garlic butter rub. It is easy to prepare for quick weeknight dinners and results in minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts completely dry using paper towels. This step helps the seasoning adhere better.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well to create the garlic butter rub.
  4. Place the dried chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Spoon the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, spreading it to coat the surface.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven. Let it rest in the dish for 5 minutes before serving. Resting keeps the juices inside the meat.
  8. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before you serve your tender baked chicken.

Notes

  • For extra juicy oven chicken breast, you can lightly pound the thickest part of the breast to an even thickness before seasoning.
  • This recipe is naturally Keto and Whole30 compliant if you use compliant seasonings.
  • To make this a creamy baked chicken dish, stir 1/4 cup of cream cheese into the butter mixture before applying.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://kingscook.com/baked-chicken-breast-juicy-oven-recipe/