Description
Learn how to make delicious and juicy oven-baked chicken breasts with this easy recipe. Seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, these chicken breasts are perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Season Chicken: Mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub mixture over chicken.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving.
Notes
- Pounding chicken breasts to even thickness ensures even cooking.
- For juicier results, marinate chicken in olive oil and seasonings for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
