Baked Garlic Thyme Chicken Recipe

This juicy and flavorful Baked Garlic Thyme Chicken recipe is incredibly easy to make! Tender chicken breasts are infused with the aromatic flavors of garlic and thyme, creating a delicious weeknight meal or impressive Sunday dinner. The crispy skin and succulent meat will have everyone asking for seconds! Perfect for beginner cooks and seasoned chefs alike.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 626.1 kcal
Protein 90g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Garlic Thyme Chicken

  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 0 scallions
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 0 lemon juice
  • 0 dried thyme leaves
  • two 1.5-2 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Garlic Thyme Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine 4 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, 1/4 cup melted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Place two 1.5-2 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  4. Spread the garlic-thyme butter mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring the skin is fully coated.
  5. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes with the chicken breast side down.
  6. Carefully flip the chicken breasts, breast side up.
  7. Continue baking for another 25-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 10 minutes for extra flavor and moisture.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

88g

Carbs

0g

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