Description
Learn how to make juicy and flavorful baked chicken breast with this easy recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mixture for a few hours before baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked perfectly.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Juicy Baked Chicken Breast, baked chicken recipe, tender chicken breast