Garlic and Herb chicken
This easy Garlic & Herb Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and made with simple ingredients like fresh garlic, herbs, butter, and lemon. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet (10–12 inch) Perfect for getting that golden sear and finishing in the oven. It holds heat beautifully and creates incredible flavor.
- Oven-Safe Skillet (Alternative Option) If you don’t have cast iron, any heavy-bottomed oven-safe pan works great.
- meat thermometer The secret to perfectly juicy chicken every time.
- Microplane or Zester Makes lemon zest super fine and fragrant, which distributes flavor evenly.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for extra juiciness)
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoon butter, melted
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Zest of 1 lemon + 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, garlic, herbs, Italian seasoning, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Place chicken in a zip-top bag or dish. Pour the marinade over it, massage like it owes you money, and let it chill for at least 30 minutes (2–4 hours for even better flavor)
- Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, broiling the last 2 minutes for golden edges.
- Spoon the garlicky pan juices over the chicken, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and maybe a little extra lemon.
Notes
- Pound the chicken slightly for even cooking and maximum juiciness.
- Add a splash of white wine to the pan for a restaurant-style sauce.
- Toss in a few smashed garlic cloves whole for extra roasted-garlic vibes.