Oven Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
Oven baked chicken breast that comes out juicy every time with a simple spice rub. Bakes in about 15 minutes at high heat, great for meal prep and easy dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pound chicken using a rolling pin or meat mallet so they have even thickness, about ¼-inch thick.
- Combine the paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, salt, pepper and olive oil in a large bowl. Place the chicken in the bowl and toss to combine so the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning all around.
- Bake the chicken for 15–17 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For more golden brown color, broil on high heat for 2 minutes. Allow chicken to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving or cutting.
- To serve, drizzle the pan juices over the chicken and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
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Notes
My Top Tip: Pound the chicken evenly. Chicken breasts naturally vary in thickness, so pounding them evenly helps the whole piece reach 165°F at about the same time instead of leaving the thin end dry.
Storage: Store leftover baked chicken breast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I like to keep the chicken whole when possible and slice it after reheating so it doesn’t dry out as quickly.
Freezing: Let the baked chicken breast cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1chicken breast | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 489mg | Potassium: 659mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 303IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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