Description
Classic mom’s butter baked chicken recipe brings comfort from grandmother’s kitchen to modern dinner tables. Savory herbs and golden-brown skin create a nostalgic meal families will cherish together.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml or 1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 1 can (10.5 ounces or 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning blend by combining flour with aromatic spices, creating a flavorful coating for the chicken.
- Thoroughly dredge each chicken breast in the spice-infused flour mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Melt butter directly in a baking dish, creating a rich, golden base for the chicken to roast.
- Carefully arrange the coated chicken pieces in the buttered baking dish, positioning them for even heat distribution.
- Roast uncovered in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for the initial 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to develop a crisp exterior.
- Whisk together milk and cream of chicken soup to create a creamy, luxurious sauce that will enhance the chicken’s moisture and flavor.
- Gently pour the creamy sauce over the partially cooked chicken, covering it completely to prevent drying.
- Continue baking for an additional 30 minutes until the chicken turns golden brown and the sauce becomes delightfully bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest briefly before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Plate the chicken with your preferred accompaniments, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top for extra richness.
Notes
- Select chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Pat chicken completely dry before dredging to help flour mixture adhere perfectly and create a crispier coating.
- Use unsalted butter to control overall salt content and prevent potential over-seasoning.
- Swap cream of chicken soup with Greek yogurt or homemade white sauce for a lighter, healthier alternative that maintains moisture and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 352 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg