Chicken Breast Recipes Baked
This juicy, oven-baked chicken breast recipe is quick, healthy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or easy lunches, it uses simple pantry seasonings to turn boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a tender, golden main dish.
Equipment
- Baking dish or sheet pan
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to help them brown beautifully.
- Rub each chicken breast with olive oil, then sprinkle the seasonings evenly on both sides.
- Place chicken in a baking dish or on a lined sheet pan.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes beforehand or use spice blends like Cajun or Italian. Great for slicing into salads, wraps, or grain bowls.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
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