Description
Tender and juicy oven-baked chicken breasts seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or greased.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme.
- Season Chicken: Brush or rub the seasoning mixture over both sides of each chicken breast.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
- Pounding the chicken breasts ensures even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Leftover chicken is versatile for salads, wraps, or meal prep.
- 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: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
