Description
Baked chicken breasts are a dinner classic that delivers juicy, tender meat with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this quick recipe allows you to savor every bite while creating lasting memories around the table. With just a few essential ingredients and simple steps, you’ll achieve a flavorful dish that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional): rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with non-stick spray or olive oil.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast and season generously with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spices into the chicken for even coating.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- If using, sprinkle fresh herbs during the last five minutes of baking.
- Allow to rest for five minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg