Garlic Butter Chicken: The Best Recipe for Juicy Weeknight Dinners
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add garlic.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs.
- Pair with steamed broccoli or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken