Oven Baked Chicken Breast
User Reviews
4.5
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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
4
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Calories
192 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Description
The Oven Baked Chicken Breast recipe starts by brushing boneless, skinless chicken breasts with olive oil and seasoning them evenly with salt, freshly cracked black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and rosemary or Italian seasoning. Browning the chicken in a hot cast iron skillet or ovenproof pan creates a flavorful crust and seals in juices. The chicken is then transferred directly to a 400°F oven to finish cooking, ensuring a juicy, tender interior without drying out.
This technique balances the benefits of stovetop caramelization and even oven heat. After baking, a 10-minute resting period lets the juices redistribute within the meat before serving, improving moisture and texture.
The recipe suggests seasoning variations such as fajita, Greek, or Cajun blends to alter the flavor profile. It can be served alongside rice pilaf, creole green beans, or broccoli salad for balanced meals, making it suitable for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Using an ovenproof pan simplifies the process by keeping the chicken in one vessel. If not available, transfer to a baking dish before oven cooking. Adjust seasoning ratios to taste or to create flavor variety throughout the week.
Ingredients
Oven Baked Chicken Breast
- 2 tablespoon olive oil divided
- 4 chicken breast boneless, skinless, halves
- sea salt freshly cracked, to taste
- black pepper freshly cracked, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary or Italian Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season all sides of chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and rosemary.
- In a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- When the skillet is hot, add the seasoned chicken to brown. Cook for about 2 minutes. Turn and cook for another 2 minutes.
- If you are using a cast iron or oven-safe skillet, place the skillet with the chicken in the preheated oven and bake at 400 degrees F. for 20 minutes. If your skillet is not oven-proof, transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- When the chicken is cooked, remove from oven, and let rest for about 10 minutes.
Notes
- Experiment with different seasoning blends such as fajita, Greek, or Cajun to vary the chicken flavor.
- If using a skillet not safe for the oven, transfer chicken to a baking dish before baking.
- Allow chicken to rest for about 10 minutes after baking to retain juiciness and improve texture.
- Pair this chicken recipe with side dishes like creole green beans, broccoli salad, or rice pilaf for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 192 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 192kcal | 10% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 131mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 418mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.3mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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