Oven-Baked Tender Chicken
A simple and delicious oven-baked chicken recipe that captures the warmth of family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and fresh herbs if you’re using them.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Experiment with different herbs and spices to find your favorite combination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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