Oven Baked Chicken Breast {Easy & Juicy}

Name: Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 4 6 ounces chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Freshly chopped parsley (for serving)

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Learn how to make the most perfect oven baked chicken breast every single time with this easy and simple recipe. Perfectly seasoned, the chicken comes out wonderfully juicy and crisp and loaded with flavor.

Metal spatula under chicken breast to serve it after cooking in the oven

How to bake chicken breast in oven

Pound the chicken so that they are even in thickness. You can do this in a plastic bag or just place the chicken on a cutting board with plastic wrap over the chicken.

Chicken on red cutting board covered in plastic wrap before pounding

Place the seasoning in a medium sized bowl that will be large enough to fit the chicken breast.
Add the olive oil and whisk to combine and the spices are evenly distributed.
Add the chicken breasts.
Toss to coat the chicken in the spices. It may be easiest to use your hands to toss them evenly or small tongs.

Process shots to show how to marinate the chicken

Bake chicken in preheated oven until cooked through. Then, place under the broiler for a couple minutes until golden brown. The broiler step really makes a difference but you have to watch it super closely so don’t go far!

Marinated chicken on baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Tips for baking chicken breast

Pound the chicken before coating it in the spices. Flattening the breasts help them to cook evenly so they all finish cooking at the same time. But it also helps to tenderize the meat.
Space out the chicken breast on the pan. Make sure to use a pan wide enough to fit the chicken breasts. Otherwise the chicken will steam in its own juices rather than sear and brown.
Bring the chicken to room temperature before cooking it. Bring the chicken out of the fridge 30 minutes before you want to cook it. If the chicken is cold, it will take longer to cook all the way through and the outside can overcook. It will also seize up when in the oven which can make it dry and tough.
Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing or serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and you won’t have dry chicken.

What do you serve with oven baked chicken

This is such a great way to cook chicken and versatile enough to add to roasted veggies, potatoes, rice or quinoa or even a large salad. I love to serve this baked chicken with a fresh salad when I’m looking for something light and fresh. Try it with:

Chicken breast on plate cut up with salad

Frequently asked questions

How long does baked chicken keep?

If you don’t plan on eating the chicken straight away, or you have leftovers, it will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I love to add the leftovers to a fresh green salad for an easy lunch.

Can you reheat cooked chicken breast?

Yes you can, but you need to do it at a low temperature so that it doesn’t dry out. Cook it in a preheated oven at 220°F for about 20 minutes until warmed through. But, be sure to only reheat the chicken once.

How do you know when the chicken is cooked?

The easiest way to tell when your chicken breast is cooked through is to use an instant read thermometer, it should register at 165°F.

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