Description
Succulent Oven-Baked Chicken Breast delivers juicy, tender meat with perfectly crisp edges. Seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, this simple dish promises restaurant-quality flavor you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Oil:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 400°F, ensuring an ideal cooking environment for succulent chicken.
- Transform chicken breasts into uniform thickness by gently pummeling with a meat mallet, promoting consistent cooking.
- Massage the poultry with fragrant olive oil, then lavishly dust with a flavor-enhancing blend of garlic powder, vibrant paprika, and essential salt and pepper.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet, creating a neat culinary canvas.
- Slide the tray into the preheated oven, allowing the heat to work its magic for approximately 20 minutes.
- Verify doneness by checking that the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F using a reliable meat thermometer.
- After removing from the oven, allow the chicken to relax and redistribute its juices for a brief 5-minute interlude before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts evenly to ensure uniform cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, avoiding overcooking that leads to tough meat.
- Experiment with different herb blends like rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning for varied flavor profiles.
- For a low-carb or gluten-free option, skip breadcrumbs and focus on simple seasoning with high-quality spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg