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Oven Baked Chicken Breasts

The tangy and spicy sauce on this baked chicken breast recipe is a new family favorite. You probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry and fridge!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 41554 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds chicken breasts
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 1/2  tablespoons  olive oil
  • 1  tablespoon spicy brown mustard
  • 1  tablespoon  balsamic vinegar
  • 1  teaspoon packed brown sugar
  • 4  cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder or red pepper flakes

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Lightly salt and pepper the chicken breasts.
  3. Whisk olive oil, mustard, balsamic vinegar, sugar, garlic, and chili in a bowl.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss to combine.
  5. Place the chicken in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  6. Roast until the chicken has an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 20 minutes. If they are not ready, continue roasting and checking the temperature every 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the baking dish from the oven, cover with aluminum foil, and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes.

Notes

  • You can store it sliced or shredded in the fridge for easy salads and lunch wraps for the entire week.
  • Line your baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup!
  • This recipe will also work well with chicken thighs if you prefer.

Nutrition Information

Calories 415.54kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 2.98g (1%) Protein 60.59g (121%) Fat 16.29g (25%) Saturated Fat 2.83g (14%) Cholesterol 181.44mg (60%) Sodium 377.4mg (16%) Potassium 1060.96mg (30%) Fiber 0.28g (1%) Sugar 1.65g (3%) Vitamin A 159.17IU (3%) Vitamin C 4.34mg (5%) Calcium 19.61mg (2%) Iron 1.21mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 41554

% Daily Value*

Calories 415.54kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 2.98g 1%
Protein 60.59g 121%
Fat 16.29g 25%
Saturated Fat 2.83g 14%
Cholesterol 181.44mg 60%
Sodium 377.4mg 16%
Potassium 1060.96mg 23%
Fiber 0.28g 1%
Sugar 1.65g 3%
Vitamin A 159.17IU 3%
Vitamin C 4.34mg 5%
Calcium 19.61mg 2%
Iron 1.21mg 7%

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