Description
Crispy Chicken with Herb Butter is a delightful dish that transforms ordinary chicken into a gourmet experience. With its golden, crunchy exterior and juicy, tender meat infused with rich herb butter, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, serve it alongside your favorite sides for a comforting feast that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest; mix well.
- Coat each chicken breast in the herb butter mixture and then roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Place coated chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, experiment with herbs like rosemary or oregano. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.