chicken breast oven
This oven-baked chicken breast recipe yields flavorful and juicy chicken, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Once seasoned, it cooks in the oven for a tender and delicious result.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
- 1 meat thermometer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cooking spray or oil
- 1 aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 6 oz each.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Optional.
- 1 pieces fresh lemon wedges For serving, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using) to create a marinade.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and then add them to the bowl, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade on all sides.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature for accuracy.
- If desired, cover the chicken with aluminum foil and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices.
- Serve the chicken hot, with fresh lemon wedges for added flavor, if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the marinade for up to 2 hours in the refrigerator before baking.
You can customize the seasoning based on your preferences by adding herbs or spices you enjoy.
To ensure even cooking, make sure the chicken breasts are of similar thickness. You can pound them to an even thickness if needed.