Oven Baked Chicken Breasts

Easy baked chicken breast recipes are perfect when you need a quick and healthy dinner. This simple method shows you how to make tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken breasts in just a few easy steps.

With this recipe, dinner can be ready in less than 30 minutes. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooks quickly in the oven, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

The seasoning blend is simple but incredibly delicious. It works not only for chicken but also for pork or fish, making it a versatile mix to keep on hand.

One of the best things about this recipe is how easy it is. You do not need complicated ingredients or difficult techniques to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Baked chicken breast often has a reputation for being dry, but this method helps keep the meat tender and juicy. Proper seasoning and cooking time make a big difference in creating flavorful white meat chicken.

This dish pairs well with many easy side dishes. Serve it with seasoned rice, baked potatoes, pasta, garlic bread, or a simple green vegetable for a balanced meal.

Another great benefit is that it makes excellent leftovers. Extra chicken can be used later in soups, casseroles, chicken salads, or wraps.

You can store cooked chicken in a sealed container in the refrigerator for several days. It also freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep and quick future meals.

Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breasts

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This Oven Baked Chicken Breasts come out juicy and flavorful every time. Perfect for meal prep or to whip up an easy and healthy entree without a lot of work, best of all it’s ready in only 30 minutes! This is a recipe everyone should know how to master.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 4 medium size breasts
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika or chili powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Lightly pound the chicken breasts so they are even in thickness.
2. Pour the olive oil into a 13 × 9-inch baking dish. Lightly coat the chicken with the oil, then arrange the breasts side by side in the dish. Be sure the baking dish you use is safe for high temperatures.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder (or paprika). Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken and rub it in gently with your hands.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the juices run clear and a meat thermometer registers 160–170°F. Cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts. Mine were pounded to less than 1 inch thick.
5. Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving so the juices can redistribute.

Notes

• Refrigerator: Store leftover cooked chicken breasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. They’re great for meal prep and can easily be added to salads, soups, and other quick meals throughout the week.
• Freezer: Let the chicken cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 6 months. For easier portioning, wrap each chicken breast individually in wax paper before freezing.

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