Best Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
150 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Best Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
Description
Best Baked Chicken Breast Recipe focuses on baking boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the oven at 450°F. Coated lightly with olive oil (or butter) and seasoned well, the chicken is arranged in a pan, ensuring the pieces don’t overlap, which allows even cooking. The internal temperature reaches 160°F for doneness, verified by a thermometer or checking clear juices from a knife prick. Resting the chicken tented in foil lets the fibers relax and juices redistribute, preserving moisture.
The resulting chicken breasts are tender with a baked exterior that isn’t dry or tough, suitable for slicing or serving whole. Olive oil adds subtle richness while the seasoning imparts flavor without overpowering. This method is adaptable for various seasoning mixes and practical for cooking multiple breasts at once.
This recipe provides a straightforward, foundational chicken breast preparation ideal for lunches, dinners, or batch cooking. Once baked and rested, the chicken breasts can be sliced for sandwiches or salads or paired with vegetables and grains for a complete meal.
Additional baking time may be needed for thicker breast cuts, so use a thermometer for accuracy. Allow the cooked chicken to cool before refrigerating in airtight containers for up to four days, or freeze for up to three months, then thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating gently to maintain texture.
Ingredients
- olive oil or butter
- 6 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1 teaspoon seasoning mix or your favorite seasoning, Stone House brand
Instructions
- Preheat. Preheat the oven to 450º F. Arrange the oven rack to the middle position.
- Prep. Pat the chicken breast dry with a paper towel. Drizzle a little olive oil into my skillet (if I’m making a few), 9×13 baking dish (if I’m making a medium batch), or sheet pan (if I’m making a larger batch). Arrange the chicken in the pan, allowing it to touch but not overlap. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and then sprinkle liberally with your seasoning of choice (salt and pepper as a minimum). Then, place into the oven.
- Cook. Bake chicken breasts until the internal temperature registers 160º F with a meat thermometer or instant-read thermometer, about 20 minutes. If you don't have an internal thermometer, prick the thickest part of the chicken with a knife when you think it's done. The juices should run clear if the chicken is done. The time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts.
- Rest. Remove the skillet or casserole dish from the oven, tent it with foil, and let the chicken rest for another 5 minutes. The chicken will continue to cook while it is resting under the foil tent. Then, serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Thicker chicken breasts may require extra baking time; check internal temperature to ensure doneness.
- After baking, let chicken rest tented with foil to retain moisture and improve texture.
- You can store cooked chicken breasts in the refrigerator up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- For longer storage, freeze cooked chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 325mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 418mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.3mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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