Melt In Your Mouth Chicken Breast
A quick and flavorful chicken recipe with a tender, juicy texture that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Brush the chicken: Generously apply the seasoning mixture to both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Arrange the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish, ensuring they are spread out and not overlapping.
- Bake: Slide the dish into your preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Rest the chicken: After baking, let the chicken rest on a cutting board for a few minutes to lock in the juices.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle fresh herbs over the top for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Allowing the chicken to rest after baking is crucial for keeping it juicy. Experiment with spices for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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