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Easy Garlic Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce and seasoned bread crumbs, then baked to golden perfection. It’s a simple and delicious dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • ¼ cup butter (or margarine)
  • 6 cloves garlic, crushed

Coating

  • 2 cups seasoned dry bread crumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
  2. Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the crushed garlic and stir gently until the garlic becomes fragrant, infusing the butter with its flavor. Remove from heat to prevent burning.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the warm garlic butter sauce, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, thoroughly coat each piece in the seasoned bread crumbs, making sure they are evenly covered for a crispy crust.
  4. Arrange in Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and place the breaded chicken breasts inside in a single layer, ensuring they have some space between them for even cooking.
  5. Add Extra Sauce: If there’s any leftover garlic butter sauce, combine it with the remaining bread crumbs and spoon this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts to add extra flavor and texture.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh garlic rather than pre-minced to maximize flavor.
  • You can substitute the bread crumbs with panko for a crunchier texture.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the bread crumbs before coating.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to retain its juices.
  • Serve with a side of steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Keywords: garlic chicken, baked chicken, garlic butter chicken, crispy chicken breasts, easy chicken recipe

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