Description
The Juiciest Oven Baked Chicken Breasts are perfect for a quick dinner. Juicy chicken seasoned with herbs and baked to perfection, this dish is easy and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1 ½ to 2 pounds total
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for a little heat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a 9×13-inch baking dish or rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Pound the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap to an even thickness of about ¾ to 1 inch.
- In a small bowl, combine the italian seasoning, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and optional cayenne.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them in the baking dish in a single layer.
- Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the chicken and rub it in. Evenly sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken.
- Top each breast with small cubes of butter for extra flavor and moisture while baking.
- Bake for 18 to 25 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or serving whole, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Using a meat thermometer ensures the chicken is perfectly cooked and safe to eat.
Allowing the chicken to rest before slicing helps retain moisture for a juicier result.
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken prior to cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg