Oven Baked Chicken Breasts (Printable)
Discover the secret to perfectly baked chicken breasts that remain moist and flavorful every time.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
→ Marinade & Seasoning
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
08 - ½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs
→ Optional Garnish
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
10 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a baking dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Place them in a large bowl or zip-top bag.
03 - Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and Italian herbs. Toss or rub to coat the chicken evenly.
04 - Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
05 - Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Baking time may vary depending on thickness.
06 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
07 - Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Weeknight dinners that dont feel like weeknight dinners at all
- Chicken so juicy youll actually want to eat it the next day cold
- A seasoning blend that works on literally everything else too
02 -
- Thick breasts take longer than thin ones, so buy similar sizes for even cooking
- An instant-read thermometer eliminates all the guesswork about doneness
- Letting them rest is not optional, it's what keeps the juices inside
03 -
- Brining the chicken for 15 minutes in salted water makes it even juicier
- Room temperature chicken cooks more evenly than cold from the fridge