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Three-Ingredient Baked Chicken Breasts

Juicy and tender baked chicken breasts flavored with butter and simple seasonings; great for an easy dinner or any recipe using cooked chicken breast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a medium baking dish for easy cleanup.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared dish, ensuring they don’t overlap.
  3. Pour the melted butter evenly over the chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices.
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