Oven Baked Chicken Breast
A simple yet flavorful recipe for juicy and tender oven-baked chicken breasts, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure they bake evenly.
- Whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful paste.
- Rub the mixture evenly over each chicken breast, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
Notes
For even cooking, ensure chicken breasts are of uniform thickness. Brining beforehand enhances moisture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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