Description
This Juicy Baked Chicken Breast is tender, juicy, and packed with savory goodness, making it a perfect option for any meal of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Brush both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then sprinkle over both sides of the chicken.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the baking sheet and bake uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, let the chicken rest after baking to keep it juicy. Experiment with different seasoning blends for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 105mg