Roasted Garlic Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these succulent Roasted Garlic Chicken Breasts, a flavorful dish that combines tender, oven-baked chicken with the rich, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic. Infused with lemon juice, olive oil, and aromatic fresh rosemary, this recipe delivers a perfectly balanced blend of savory and zesty flavors. A quick 15-minute preparation effortlessly transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet masterpiece, while the golden garlic paste ensures each bite is bursting with irresistible taste. Seasoned with paprika, salt, and black pepper for a subtle kick, this dish is ideal for pairing with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for busy evenings or an elegant dinner party. Tags: roasted garlic chicken, baked chicken breasts, easy chicken recipes, healthy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 heads Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the tops off the garlic heads to expose the cloves. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the garlic and wrap each head in aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden.
While the garlic roasts, prepare the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Once the garlic is roasted, squeeze the soft cloves out of their skins into a small bowl. Mash the roasted garlic with a fork, then mix it with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the lemon juice.
Spread the roasted garlic mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish, and tuck the rosemary sprigs around the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh rosemary if desired, and serve warm with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.7 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2900 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 225.2 g | 450% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
