Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast -

Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast

This Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast is perfectly seasoned and baked for a flavorful dish that's easy to prepare and versatile for meal prep.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 276

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Dark meat thighs can be used as an alternative.
2 tablespoons Olive oil Can be swapped with melted butter.
1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a more robust flavor.
1 teaspoon Onion powder Can be skipped or replaced with finely chopped onion.
1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used for an extra kick.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for brightening flavors.
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper Essential for brightening flavors.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
In a mixing bowl, drizzle the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the seasoned chicken breasts on it, spacing them out.

Baking

Bake for about 20-25 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Serving

Slice the chicken breasts against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

For best results, pound chicken to a uniform size for even cooking. Marinating the chicken for a few hours enhances flavor. Use a meat thermometer to prevent overcooking. Save any chicken juices for extra flavor.