Description
Succulent oven baked chicken breast delivers Mediterranean-inspired comfort with simple, elegant ingredients. Juicy, herb-infused meat promises a delightful meal that welcomes you to savor each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Liquid:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Calibrate the oven temperature to a sizzling 400F (200C), ensuring an ideal cooking environment for succulent chicken.
- Transform chicken breasts into uniform thickness by gently pounding with a meat mallet, promoting even cooking and tender texture.
- Massage each chicken surface with a light coating of olive oil, creating a protective moisture barrier and enhancing flavor absorption.
- Craft a robust seasoning blend by combining garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then generously dust the chicken with this aromatic mixture.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts strategically on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing space between pieces for optimal heat circulation.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature precisely hits 165F (74C) – the safety threshold for perfectly cooked poultry.
- After removing from the oven, allow the chicken to rest undisturbed for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring maximum tenderness before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Achieve uniform cooking by pounding chicken breasts to an even thickness, ensuring no dry or undercooked spots.
- Prevent sticking and enhance flavor by generously coating chicken with olive oil before adding seasonings.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee perfectly cooked chicken without risking dryness or potential foodborne illness.
- Transform this basic recipe into a versatile dish by experimenting with different herb and spice combinations like Italian seasoning, herbs de Provence, or southwest-style blends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 165
- Sodium: 1164 mg
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Protein: 31
- Cholesterol: 85