Quick and Easy Chicken Breasts
A quick and flavorful chicken breast recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for baking, or heat your grill to medium-high.
- Combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade. Let them marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- For oven-baking: Place the chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reads 165°F (75°C).
- For grilling: Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve it with your favorite sides.
Notes
Add a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 130mg