Baked Garlic Butter Chicken with Mozzarella

Baked Garlic Butter Chicken with Mozzarella

A comforting dish that combines tender chicken breasts with rich garlic butter and creamy mozzarella, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 420

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil for a lighter version
4-6 cloves garlic, minced adjust based on your garlic love
1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder
to taste Salt and pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese feel free to use provolone or a dairy-free alternative
as needed Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the chicken breasts in a large oven-safe dish or baking pan and season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic, oregano, and onion powder. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, avoiding browning the garlic.
Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Top the chicken with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden, checking that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 720mgSugar: 1g

Notes

For a dairy-free version, choose a plant-based butter and vegan cheese. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for darker meat.

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