Simple and Flavorful Chicken Breast Dinner
A quick and easy chicken breast recipe that delivers juicy, flavorful results 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: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the chicken breasts generously with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the juices run clear.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve it up, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a squeeze of lemon juice over the finished chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg