Creamy Butter Baked Chicken
A comforting dish featuring chicken breasts coated in a luscious, creamy sauce, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 cup Dry Milk Powder
- 1 lb. Chicken Breasts
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 1/2 cups Water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or butter.
- Dip Chicken Breasts into water, coating them nicely.
- Coat with the mixture of flour, salt, paprika, herbs de Provence, and pepper.
- Place Chicken Breasts into the greased baking dish, seasoned side up.
- Cut butter into small squares and sprinkle over each chicken piece.
- Cook for 15 minutes uncovered.
- Combine dry milk powder & hot water in a bowl, stirring until dissolved. Pour around the chicken in the pan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and return to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Use organic or free-range chicken for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
