Description
Succulent Herbed Chicken Breast invites culinary adventurers into a world of delicate flavors and simple elegance. Precise seasoning and careful cooking techniques guarantee a tender, juicy main dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) or ready a skillet over medium heat for stovetop cooking.
- Eliminate excess moisture from chicken breasts using paper towels, then massage with olive oil to ensure even coating.
- Create a flavor blend by combining garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing container.
- Distribute the seasoning mixture thoroughly across both surfaces of the chicken breasts, ensuring complete coverage.
- For oven method, arrange chicken in a baking dish and roast for 20-25 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until it reaches 165F (75C).
- For stovetop technique, place chicken in heated skillet and cook 6-7 minutes per side, achieving a golden exterior and thorough internal cooking.
- Allow chicken to rest and settle for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and maintain moisture.
- Slice chicken against the grain and enhance presentation by sprinkling fresh parsley as a vibrant garnish before serving.
Notes
- Pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness for consistent cooking and preventing dry edges.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise internal temperature without overcooking, which guarantees juicy results.
- Swap dried herbs with fresh alternatives like thyme or rosemary for enhanced flavor profiles and aromatic variations.
- Replace regular salt with low-sodium options for heart-healthy diets, and use gluten-free spices for sensitive individuals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg