Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Oven Baked Chicken Breast is a delicious and effortless dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a culinary delight. Perfectly seasoned and baked to juicy perfection, this versatile chicken dish pairs wonderfully with various sides, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or meal prep. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a flavorful masterpiece that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (regular or smoked)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish, ensuring they have space between them.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper evenly on all sides.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve with pan juices and your choice of colorful veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg