Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves minced garlic (mashed with fork)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or rosemary/thyme)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
Combine melted butter, garlic, 1/2 tsp seasoning, pepper, and lemon zest in a small bowl.
Place chicken on a wire rack over the prepared baking sheet.
Brush butter mixture evenly over chicken surfaces. Sprinkle remaining seasoning.
Bake for 40 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove from oven; let rest 5 minutes. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
Notes
Use room-temperature chicken for even cooking
Wire rack prevents sogginess
Test doneness with an instant-read thermometer
Crisp under broiler for 2 minutes if desired
Avoid over-seasoning; chicken’s natural flavor pairs well with garlic
Lemon zest adds optional brightness
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal/Non-Alcoholic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (6 ounces)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg