Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: Italian herbs, onion powder, or your favorite seasoning blend
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Drizzle olive oil on the chicken and coat it with the seasoning mix.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving to ensure juiciness.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking dish for even browning.
- Pound chicken to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Rest the chicken to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat, High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 165 Kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg