Description
Juicy Baked Chicken Breast is the ultimate weeknight delight, delivering tender, flavorful chicken with minimal effort. Infused with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, this dish transforms a simple ingredient into a showstopper. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, it pairs beautifully with a variety of sides. Experience the joy of a meal that’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and rub them with olive oil, followed by garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs over the chicken and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg