Description
Succulent oven baked chicken breast delivers juicy, tender meat with perfect golden-brown edges. Simple seasonings and precise cooking techniques ensure a delicious protein centerpiece for countless meals.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to a sizzling 400F (200C), ensuring an even heating environment for optimal chicken roasting.
- Combine a blend of aromatic seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a compact mixing vessel.
- Massage the chicken breasts with a light coating of olive oil, creating a glossy surface for the spice mixture to adhere.
- Generously distribute the seasoning blend across both surfaces of the chicken, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Transfer the seasoned chicken to a lightly greased baking dish, positioning for even heat distribution.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh lemon juice over the chicken to enhance brightness and tenderness.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature precisely reaches 165F using a meat thermometer.
- Allow the chicken to rest undisturbed for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum succulence.
- Slice against the grain and serve immediately, presenting a perfectly seasoned and moist chicken breast.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are even thickness by gently pounding them with a meat mallet to promote uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Customize the spice blend by experimenting with different herbs like rosemary, oregano, or za’atar for unique flavor profiles that match your taste preferences.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check internal temperature, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy, tender chicken every single time.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, replace regular salt with himalayan pink salt and use high-quality olive oil to boost nutritional value while keeping the dish lean and protein-packed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg