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Easy Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

Easy baked chicken breast recipe that’s juicy, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep! Try this simple chicken breast recipe for a quick baked chicken dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Keywords: best way to bake chicken, easy baked chicken breast recipe, healthy baked chicken recipe, juicy baked chicken, oven baked chicken breast, quick baked chicken dinner, simple chicken breast recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Clara

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  5. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mixture for at least 30 minutes before baking. Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your chicken breasts.