Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast
A simple and tender chicken dish that melts in your mouth, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Brush the seasoning mixture generously over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are arranged without overlapping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached.
- Allow the chicken to rest on a cutting board for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
Ensure chicken breasts are similar in size for even cooking. Resting is essential for juiciness. Consider marinating for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 150mg