Description
Enjoy the delightful taste of Perfect Baked Chicken Breast, tender and flavorful with a simple spice blend. This dish is perfect for quick dinners or healthy meals, satisfying both comfort and nutrition for your family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
- Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
- For thicker chicken, pound or butterfly it to achieve a uniform thickness of 1 inch.
- Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil and rub the seasoning on all sides.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish, ensuring the pieces do not touch or only barely touch.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Allow the chicken to sit for 5 minutes before serving, slicing, dicing, or shredding.
Notes
For optimal tenderness, ensure chicken is pounded to an even thickness.
Letting the baked chicken rest enhances flavor and juiciness.
Experiment with additional herbs for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 301
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 522mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 56g
- Cholesterol: 138mg