Garlic Butter Baked Chicken: Juicy Comfort Food Done Right
A rich and flavorful roasted chicken dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika into the melted butter mixture.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the garlic butter for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg