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Best Baked Chicken Breast

Best Baked Chicken Breast

Discover the best baked chicken breast recipe that yields juicy, tender, and flavorful results every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 163 kcal

Equipment

  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme or oregano, parsley or other herbs
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Lightly coat the chicken breasts in olive oil, and then generously rub the spice mix on both sides of the chicken.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on size. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute within the meat, then serve.

Notes

This recipe can be customized with different herbs and spices based on your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breastCalories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 713mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 280IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
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