Best Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
This recipe for the Best Baked Chicken Breast yields tender, flavorful chicken breasts with a savory spice rub. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme, oregano, parsley, or other herbs
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix Spices: In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Chicken: Lightly coat the chicken breasts in olive oil, then rub the spice mix on both sides of the chicken.
- Bake: Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on size. Let the chicken rest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken Breast, Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner