Juicy Baked Chicken Breast
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 163cal
This Baked Chicken Breast comes out juicy and flavorful every time! With a simple spice rub and quick cook time, it's perfect for any night of the week!
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½- 2 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a small bowl, stir together the parsley, salt, garlic powder, paprika, pepper, and onion powder.
- Place the chicken on a cutting board and cover with a layer of plastic wrap. Pound the thick ends of the chicken with a meat mallet or small frying pan until the chicken is roughly the same thickness throughout.
- Place the chicken in a 9×13" baking dish. Drizzle with the oil and divide the seasonings between front and back of the chicken.
- Bake for 15 to 22 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the oven, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Notes
- Avoid cutting into the chicken to check for doneness. A meat thermometer is an inexpensive tool that will yield the best results every time.
- Feel free to dig deeper into your spice drawer and use taco seasoning, Cajun seasoning, or your favorite all-purpose blend instead of these seasonings.
Nutrition
Calories: 163cal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 434mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg