Description
This perfect baked chicken breast showcases irresistible flavors with tender, juicy chicken coated in a savory blend of spices. Ideal for a quick dinner or a healthy meal, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking easy, homemade comfort food.
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 your oven to 400˚F.
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the seasoning and mix well.
- Pound or butterfly the chicken breast to a uniform 1 inch thickness if they are thicker than 1 inch.
- Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil and rub the seasoning on all sides.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a baking dish without touching each other.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Allow the chicken to sit for 5 minutes before serving, slicing, dicing, or shredding.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to the right temperature.
For more flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning for a couple of hours before baking.
Feel free to add your favorite herbs or spices to customize the seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 150mg