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How to Bake Chicken Breasts Perfectly Every Time

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 451
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Optional: thyme oregano, lemon slices

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Pat chicken dry & brush with olive oil
  3. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and optional herbs
  4. Bake 20–25 min, until 160–162°F internal temp
  5. Rest 5–10 min covered
  6. Slice & serve

Notes

Brine for extra juiciness
Rest after baking
Slice against the grain