Description
Crispy chicken with herb butter is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal. The golden-brown chicken, infused with aromatic herbs and rich butter, creates a flavor explosion that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. Perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings, this recipe is both easy to make and impressive to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels for crispiness.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and chopped herbs.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Spread the herb butter mixture evenly over each breast.
- Bake in the prepared dish for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, sear the chicken skin-side down in a hot skillet before baking. Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or lemon zest to customize flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.