There’s nothing like a juicy, tender, and flavorful baked chicken breast to make my mouth water and my stomach happy. Chicken is one of my favorite proteins to cook with, but it can also be tricky to get it right. Too often, I’ve ended up with dry, bland, and rubbery chicken that makes me want to cry. That’s why I’m so excited to share this recipe with you. It’s a game-changer, trust me.
This recipe uses some simple but effective tricks to make the chicken breast super juicy and delicious. First, you brine the chicken in a saltwater solution for about 20 minutes. This helps the chicken retain moisture and flavor during baking. Then, you pound the chicken to an even thickness, so it cooks evenly and quickly. Next, you season the chicken with a tasty spice mix of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and oregano. You bake the chicken in a hot oven for about 20 minutes until golden and caramelized. Finally, you make a scrumptious garlic butter sauce with the pan juices and drizzle it over the chicken. Voilà! You have the juiciest baked chicken breast ever.
This recipe is so easy and fast to make, you’ll want to whip it up any night of the week. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need a satisfying and healthy meal in a hurry. It’s also great for meal prep, as you can make a big batch and store it in the fridge or freezer for later. You can enjoy it with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, salad, or rice. Or you can use it for salads, sandwiches, wraps, or tacos. The possibilities are endless.
I love this recipe because it makes me feel like a master chef without breaking a sweat. It’s also a crowd-pleaser that everyone in my family loves. Even my picky kids gobble it up and ask for seconds. It’s one of those recipes that I always have in my back pocket when I need to impress someone or treat myself to something special.
If you’re looking for a way to spice up your chicken game and make your taste buds sing, you need to try this recipe ASAP. It’s a keeper that will make you fall in love with chicken all over again. Trust me, once you try this juicy baked chicken breast with garlic butter sauce, you’ll never go back to boring chicken again.
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Find the steps below:
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20 min
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Brine and pound the chickenTo make the chicken more juicy and tender, brine them in a saltwater solution for 15 to 30 minutes before baking. To make the brine, dissolve 1/4 cup of salt and 2 tablespoons of sugar in 4 cups of warm water in a large bowl. You can also add some herbs or spices to the brine for extra flavor, such as bay leaves, peppercorns, rosemary or thyme. Add the chicken breasts to the brine and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes. Drain and pat them dry with paper towels. Then, using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound each chicken breast to 0.8-inch | 2cm at the thickest part. Make sure your fillets are all the same thickness to ensure even cooking. |
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10 min
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Preheat the oven and prepare the chickenPreheat the oven to 425 °F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and rub all over the chicken. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and oregano. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. |
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Bake the chicken until golden and juicyBake the chicken in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 165°F. The chicken should be golden and caramelized on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving. |
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5 min
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Make the garlic butter sauceWhile the chicken is resting, make the garlic butter sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly golden. Stir in the chopped parsley and remove from heat. |
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5 min
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Serve the chicken with the sauce and lemon wedgeTo serve, drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the sliced or whole chicken breasts and squeeze some lemon juice over them if desired. Enjoy with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables or salad. |
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I can’t resist this recipe. It’s too good!