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Oven Roasted Chicken Breast

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A classic recipe for juicy, flavorful oven roasted chicken breast, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
  • 4 cups lukewarm water
  • ¼ cup salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ⅙ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425˚F.
  2. Brine the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix 4 cups of lukewarm water with ¼ cup of salt until fully dissolved. Immerse your chicken in this brine and let it soak for 20 to 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Seasoning: While the chicken brines, whisk together your seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
  4. Prep the Chicken: After brining, drain and rinse the chicken, then pat it dry with paper towels.
  5. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle your seasoning blend all over the chicken.
  6. Bake the Chicken: Place the chicken in a baking dish and roast in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes.
  7. Crisp the Top: Broil the chicken on HIGH for the last 3 to 4 minutes.
  8. Rest and Garnish: Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

Don’t skip the brine for flavor and juiciness; ensure the chicken is dried well before seasoning.

Nutrition

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