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Butter Baked Chicken: A Simple Weeknight Essential
Youssef Hb

Butter Baked Chicken

Butter baked chicken is a comforting, high-protein meal featuring tender chicken breasts slow-roasted in a rich, buttery sauce. This one-pot method uses basic pantry staples to create a sophisticated texture and savory profile. By dredging the chicken and baking it with butter and milk, you ensure a golden, succulent result every time. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a reliable, restaurant-quality meal without the stress.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon herbs de Provence
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup dry milk powder
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350℉ and lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Dip each chicken breast into a bowl of water, shaking off excess moisture.
  3. Combine flour, salt, paprika, herbs de Provence, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
  4. Press the moistened chicken into the flour mixture until evenly coated on all sides.
  5. Arrange the floured chicken in the baking dish.
  6. Whisk the dry milk powder with hot water and pour it around the chicken in the dish.
  7. Top the chicken breasts with the cubes of butter.
  8. Bake for 55 minutes until the chicken is tender and golden brown.

Notes

You can use a gluten-free flour blend if preferred. Ensure you use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.