Description
Enjoy the Perfect Baked Chicken Breast that is juicy and full of flavor. This dish features tender chicken seasoned with garlic powder and paprika, making it a fantastic choice for a quick and healthy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the seasoning and mix well.
- If the chicken breast is thicker than 1 inch, pound or butterfly it to achieve a uniform 1 inch thickness.
- Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil and rub the seasoning on all sides.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they do not touch or only barely touch.
- Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving, slicing, dicing, or shredding.
Notes
Pound the chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 54g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
