Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast
A simple, delicious recipe for tender and flavorful chicken breasts, perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and oregano (if using).
- Rub each chicken breast with olive oil, then sprinkle generously with the spice mixture.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra juiciness, let the chicken rest after baking.
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.
This versatile dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.
This versatile dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.