Description
Oven baked chicken is a delightful dish that promises tender, juicy meat enveloped in crispy, golden skin. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is simple yet packed with flavor. With aromatic spices and fresh herbs, your kitchen will be filled with mouthwatering scents that make every meal memorable. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the joy it brings to your table with this ultimate oven baked chicken recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg