Juicy and Tender Oven Baked Chicken Breast
A delicious and straightforward recipe for oven-baked chicken breast that promises to elevate your weeknight dinners with its buttery texture and flavorful seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 18
- Total Time: 28
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking pan.
- Combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl; add olive oil to form a paste.
- Flatten the chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
- Brush the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Bake the chicken for 18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest for five minutes before slicing and garnish with parsley.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality chicken and adjust seasoning to your taste. Allowing the chicken to rest after cooking will help retain juices.