Broiled Herb Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Broiled Herb Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce! Juicy, tender chicken breasts are infused with a vibrant blend of garlic, thyme, rosemary, and paprika, then perfectly broiled to golden perfection for a smoky touch. Topped with a luscious lemon butter sauce, featuring the tangy brightness of fresh lemon juice and a hint of parsley, this dish strikes the perfect balance of richness and freshness. Ready in under 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner at home. Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a crisp salad, and garnish with lemon slices for a dish as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfectly seasoned, quick to prepare, and utterly satisfying, this broiled herb chicken is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler and move the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound them lightly with a meat mallet to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
Rub the herb mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and broil for 10 minutes.
Flip the chicken breasts and continue broiling for another 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking or burning.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the lemon butter sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the lemon juice and half of the chopped parsley.
Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the chicken breasts on a plate and drizzle the lemon butter sauce over them.
Garnish with the remaining parsley and optional lemon slices. Enjoy your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.7 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 716 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 2892 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 217.5 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2038 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
