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Juicy Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken

Tender, exceptionally succulent chicken breasts roasted with an intensely aromatic garlic herb compound butter, crackling crisp golden skin, and savory natural pan jus. An effortless 35-minute centerpiece dinner worthy of holiday gatherings and cozy weeknights alike.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Seasoning Rub
Garlic Herb Compound Butter
Pan Roasting Aromatics & Basting Jus

Method
 

Oven Preheat & Herb Butter Blend
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). In a small bowl, mash the softened grass-fed butter with minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, parsley, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until thoroughly combined.
Dry & Stuff Under the Skin
  1. Thoroughly pat chicken breasts completely bone-dry with paper towels—dry skin is essential for shattering crispness. Gently separate the skin from the meat using your fingertips. Spread 1 tablespoon of the herb compound butter directly under the skin of each breast, massaging it evenly across the meat.
Season & Sear for Maximum Fond
  1. Rub the chicken skin with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Heat a heavy oven-safe cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 3 to 4 minutes until deeply browned and blistered. Flip skin-side up.
Pan Aromatics & Oven Roasting
  1. Scatter the halved garlic head and fresh herb sprigs into the skillet. Pour chicken bone broth around the chicken (not over the crispy skin). Dot the remaining herb butter over the breasts. Transfer the skillet into the oven and roast for 20 to 22 minutes, basting once with pan drippings halfway through.
Rest & Carve Restaurant-Style
  1. Roast until an instant-read thermometer reads 160°F (71°C) in the thickest part. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 8 minutes (carryover heat brings it to the USDA-safe 165°F while juices redistribute). Swirl a splash of lemon juice into the hot skillet drippings to create a rich pan sauce. Carve into thick succulent slices, spoon pan jus over top, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 44gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 460mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 620IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1.8mg

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