Oven Baked Chicken Breasts
This Oven Baked Chicken Breasts recipe provides a simple, healthy, and delicious way to prepare chicken. The chicken breasts are seasoned and baked to perfection, resulting in juicy, flavorful meat that can be served with a variety of sides. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Meat thermometer
- 1 Measuring spoon
- 1 Aluminum foil
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- optional garnish fresh herbs For garnish if desired.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the seasoning mixture over them. Rub the seasoning evenly over the chicken to ensure all sides are coated.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
Feel free to customize the seasoning to your taste. Adding lemon zest or a dash of cayenne pepper can enhance the flavor.
For extra juiciness, you can brine the chicken breasts in saltwater for 30 minutes prior to seasoning and baking.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it great for meal prep.