How to Bake Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    257 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Bake Chicken

Learn how to bake chicken like a pro! This easy no-fail method yields juicy, tender results every single time.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt, with parsley flakes
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil, season with garlic salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Place on a greased sheet pan (covered with foil for easy cleanup, if desired)
  4. Bake for 16-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked throughout. When the chicken is fully cooked, the juices will run clear, and the thickest part of the chicken should be at least 165°F using a meat thermometer. *Broil for 2-3 minutes more if you want the chicken a little more browned.
  5. Let the chicken cool for a few minutes before slicing or cubing to ensure it stays moist and tender.

Notes

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  • Store. Allow the chicken to cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. For longer storage, wrap each tightly with plastic and store them in a freezer ziploc for 2-3 months.
  • You can use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken so that it has an even thickness throughout, about ½-¾ inch thickness.
  • To avoid dry chicken coat the chicken in olive oil which creates a barrier that helps retain moisture, and, of course, do not overbake it.
  • Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing or cubing so the juices can be distributed evenly through the breast.
  • Bake up a large batch and freeze it to use in recipes like Chicken and Asparagus Pasta, Italian Chicken Vegetable Soup, BBQ Chicken Salad, Chicken Cordon Blue Casserole

Nutrition Information

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Calories 257kcal (13%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 144mg (48%) Sodium 262mg (11%) Potassium 836mg (24%) Vitamin A 70IU (1%) Vitamin C 2.7mg (3%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 257 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 257kcal 13%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 144mg 48%
Sodium 262mg 11%
Potassium 836mg 18%
Vitamin A 70IU 1%
Vitamin C 2.7mg 3%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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