Description
Juicy Baked Chicken Breast is a simple yet flavorful dish that brings comfort to your dinner table. Tender, succulent chicken coated with savory spices creates an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating mealtime. With minimal preparation and quick cooking, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. Serve it alongside fresh salads or roasted vegetables for a wholesome meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Optional: Fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pat dry with paper towels.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Optionally, scatter fresh herbs around the chicken for added flavor.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg