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How to Make Chicken Breasts with Herb Basting Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken breasts are a versatile and delicious protein that can be prepared in a multitude of ways. One of the best ways to cook chicken breasts is to marinate them in a flavorful herb basting sauce before grilling them to perfection. This simple and tasty dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue, and is sure to become a family favorite.

The key to making the perfect chicken breasts with herb basting sauce is in the preparation of the marinade. The combination of fresh ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion
  • 1 clove crushed garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • ¼ teaspoon ground sage
  • ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 4 bone-in chicken breast halves, with skin
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a bowl, prepare basting sauce by combining olive oil, onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, marjoram, salt, pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
  • Turn chicken breasts in sauce to coat thoroughly. Place skin-side up in a shallow baking dish. Cover.
  • Roast chicken in the preheated oven, basting occasionally with pan drippings, for about 35 to 45 minutes. Remove to a warm platter, spoon pan juices over chicken and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

    • Nutrition

    392 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 127mg
    • Sodium: 400mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 393mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Breast recipes
    Herb recipes