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Oven Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

There's nothing quite as satisfying as pulling perfectly cooked chicken breasts out of the oven. They're juicy, tender, flavorful, and versatile enough to pair with just about any side dish. Whether you're making dinner for the family, meal prepping for the week, or looking for a simple protein to add to salads and wraps, this oven baked chicken breast recipe is one you'll come back to again and again.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If needed, pound them to an even thickness for even cooking.
  • Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and rub to coat evenly.
  • In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken.
  • Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the thickest part reaches 165°F (74°C) using an instant-read thermometer.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve warm with your favorite vegetables, rice, potatoes, pasta, or salad.

Notes

 
  • For the juiciest chicken, avoid overcooking and always use a meat thermometer.
  • If your chicken breasts are very thick, pound them to an even thickness before seasoning.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep the juices inside.
  • Leftover chicken is perfect for salads, wraps, sandwiches, grain bowls, and meal prep.
 

Nutrition Facts

 
  • Calories: 238 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 111 mg
  • Sodium: 670 mg
  • Potassium: 620 mg
  • Fiber: 0.4 g
  • Sugar: 0.2 g
  • Vitamin A: 310 IU
  • Vitamin C: 0.5 mg
  • Calcium: 18 mg
  • Iron: 1.1 mg