Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
A quick and flavorful baked chicken breast recipe that's juicy, tender, and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter, diced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Place the chicken between plastic wrap and pound to about 0.5 to 0.75 inch thick.
- Rub olive oil over the chicken breasts.
- Mix the remaining ingredients except the butter in a bowl.
- Sprinkle the seasoning over the chicken and rub it in for even coverage.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned chicken in the greased casserole dish.
- Top with diced butter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Finish under the broiler for 1-3 minutes for additional browning, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Flatten chicken evenly for cooking, adjust seasonings to taste, and allow chicken to rest after baking for better juice distribution.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave with added moisture.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 46gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g
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