Oven Baked Chicken Breasts are simple, delicious and really easy to make!
This juicy baked chicken breasts recipe is easy to season and turns out tender and juicy every time!
They’re perfect for a healthy dinner, easy to chop or shred into chicken salads or casseroles, and perfect for meal prep.
Juicy baked chicken breast
- This chicken recipe is a go to That’s what you’ll do on repeat.
- Baked chicken breasts are versatile and are great for food preparation and perfect as an addition to casseroles or other dishes.
- This recipe is one healthy option And rich in proteins.
Ingredients for baked chicken breast
Chicken breast – This recipe is for boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 170g each. They are very lean, I add some olive oil to help them brown better on the outside and for the spices to stick better.
Spices – I prefer to save a chicken marinade for the grill and use simple seasonings for baked chicken breasts.
The mix below is easy and versatile, but switch up the flavor and add onion powder, chilli powder, garlic powder, or even some brown sugar if you like. You can also try taco seasoning, Cajun seasoning, or your favorite spice mix.
How to make baked chicken breasts
Preparing juicy chicken breasts is very simple, the key is in the preparation cooking time and temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Mix chicken breast with olive oil, herbs and spices (according to the recipe below).
- Lightly grease a casserole dish or pan to prevent the chicken breasts from sticking.
- Place the chicken breasts in the oven and bake for about 22-26 minutes.
How long to bake chicken breasts?
The key to a perfectly baked chicken breast is temperature and timing. Chicken breasts are naturally lean. So if you cook them too long, they will become dry. Cooking chicken at a higher temperature seals the juices.
- To bake chicken breasts at 400°F: Depending on the size of the chicken breasts, this will take between 22 and 26 minutes.
- You can Cook chicken breasts at 350°F for about 25-30 minutes (although I prefer the higher heat above).
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Chicken breast baked in the oven
Baked chicken breasts are an easy and healthy dinner option that’s packed with protein!
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a rimmed baking pan.
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In a medium bowl, combine chicken breasts, olive oil, Italian seasonings, seasoned salt, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well to coat.
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Bake 22 to 26 minutes or until chicken breasts reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Leave to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Chicken breasts can be anywhere from 5 to 10 ounces. Cooking time listed is for average sized boneless breasts, 5 to 7 ounces each.
If the chicken breasts are very thick on one end, use a meat mallet to pound them to a more even thickness.
Store chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven, on the stovetop in a skillet, or in the microwave. Or chicken breasts can be added to soups, salads or casseroles!
Calories: 236 | Protein: 40G | Fat: 7G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 1G | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 412mg | Potassium: 696mg | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2.2mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.8mg
Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary depending on cooking method and brand of ingredients used.
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