Description
A simple and healthy recipe for oven-baked chicken breasts, seasoned with olive oil and a blend of garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Perfectly cooked to be juicy and flavorful, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure a hot environment for baking the chicken breasts evenly and quickly.
- Prepare Chicken: Optionally, gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking and to prevent dryness.
- Season Chicken: Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts, then evenly sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper on both sides, rubbing the spices in for full flavor coating.
- Bake: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet or in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and moist chicken.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Chicken breasts can vary in size, so adjust baking time accordingly.
- You can add fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley for extra flavor.
- Resting the chicken before slicing is essential to retain moisture.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes such as roasted vegetables or salad.
