Description
Baked chicken breast is a go-to dish that combines simplicity with savory flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe showcases tender, juicy chicken coated in a delightful blend of spices that will impress your family and guests alike. With minimal prep and cooking time, you’ll have a gourmet meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Drizzle olive oil over each breast; season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg