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Baked Chicken Breast

A simple and healthy recipe for baked chicken breast that is tender, flavorful, and adaptable, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • optional Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary) For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat them thoroughly with the olive oil mixture.
Cooking
  1. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  2. Optional: Before serving, garnish the chicken with fresh herbs.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the olive oil mixture for a few hours or overnight. You can also bake vegetables alongside the chicken.