Tenderized Chicken Breast
A flavorful and easy-to-prepare chicken dish, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly in the marinade.
- Cover the dish and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Transfer the marinated chicken breasts to a baking dish.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm alongside your favorite sides and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken for 2-4 hours if possible. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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