Oven Baked Chicken Breasts (Printable Version)

Achieve perfectly cooked, flavorful chicken breasts with this straightforward baking method and essential seasonings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)

→ Marinade & Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Optional Garnish

09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
10 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure even seasoning.
03 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and thyme.
04 - Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast, ensuring full coverage.
05 - Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart for proper air circulation.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer.
07 - Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
08 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You'll get juicy chicken every single time without any fancy techniques
  • The seasoning blend doubles as a rub for practically any protein
02 -
  • Pounding thicker parts of the chicken to match the thinner parts prevents drying out
  • A meat thermometer eliminates all guesswork and costs less than dinner out
03 -
  • Let chicken sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before cooking
  • The lemon wedges aren't optional—they're what ties everything together

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