Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Juicy and flavorful oven-baked chicken breasts that are simple to prepare and perfect for a healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Brush the chicken with olive oil on both sides.
- In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked properly without drying out.
- Letting the chicken rest after baking helps retain its juices.
- Customize the seasoning to your taste with herbs and spices like cayenne, rosemary, or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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