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Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken

Name: Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Chicken breast, raw, boneless skinless; Wine, white, dry; Butter, salted; Lemon juice, fresh; Thyme, fresh; Garlic, raw; Kosher salt and freshly-cracked black pepper

This Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken delivers 38g protein and 1020 calories per serving — substantial calories paired with mid-range protein for growth phases. Four servings come together quickly on the stovetop, giving you a repeatable dinner option. Use this when you're building muscle and need calorie density without extended cook times.

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Ingredients

4 servings

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Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
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Wine, White, Dry(80g)
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Butter(60g)
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Lemon Juice, Fresh(30g)
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Thyme, Fresh
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Garlic(2400g)
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Kosher salt and freshly-cracked black pepper

Instructions

1Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Mince the fresh garlic and chop the fresh thyme leaves.
2Heat the salted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and foaming, about 2 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
3Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, then add the fresh thyme. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
4Place the chicken breasts in the skillet in a single layer. Spoon the garlic-butter sauce over each breast. Cook over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F when measured in the thickest part and the exterior is golden brown.
5Transfer the cooked chicken breasts to a plate and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let rest for 5 minutes while the residual heat finishes cooking through.
6Divide the rested chicken breasts evenly into 4 airtight containers while still warm. Pour the pan sauce and garlic cloves equally over each portion.
7Seal containers and refrigerate until ready to serve. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.

Nutrition — Per Serving

1020

calories

38g

protein

15g

fat

Carbohydrates: 199g
Saturated fat: 8.2g
Sodium: 200 mg
Dietary fiber: 12.6g

4 servings per batch · ~643g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken have per serving?

Each serving has 38g of protein and 1020 calories with 15g fat and 199g carbs. The carbohydrate content is unusually high — verify this data as 199g carbs per serving is atypical for a baked chicken recipe.

How long does Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken take to prep?

Quick prep stovetop recipe that yields 4 servings in one batch session. Multiple meals are ready without extended cooking time.

Is Garlic Lovers Baked Chicken good for muscle gain?

At 38g protein and 199g carbs per 1020-calorie serving, this recipe is heavy on carbohydrates, making it ideal for muscle gain phases where high carb intake fuels training volume. The calorie density supports eating in a structured surplus for strength athletes.