Oven Baked Chicken Breast
A simple yet delicious recipe for oven-baked chicken breast that results in juicy, flavorful chicken with minimal effort, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts (6-ounce each)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Serving
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/4-inch.
Mixing Seasonings
- In a large bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the olive oil to the mixture and stir well to create a paste.
Coating and Baking
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
- Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For a golden brown color, switch your oven to broil for the last two minutes.
Serving
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
- Drizzle the chicken with the pan juices and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure that the chicken is pounded to an even thickness for even cooking. You can use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 165°F.