Oven Baked Chicken Breasts

Baked Boneless Chicken Breasts with a dry rub seasoning on a white plate.

5 from 8 votes

This oven baked chicken breast recipe makes juicy, tender chicken every time using a simple seasoning blend and high-heat method. Ready in under 30 minutes.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword baked chicken breasts, easy chicken recipe, juicy chicken breast, meal prep chicken, oven baked chicken breasts

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

rest time 5

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 193kcal

Author Eileen Murphy Kelly

Equipment

Ingredients

4(4 - 5) ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts (trimmed and pounded to an even thickness)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
non-stick cooking spray

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a large baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Evenly distribute and brush 4(4 - 5) ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts (trimmed and pounded to an even thickness) on both sides with 2 Tablespoons olive oil .
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ½ teaspoon ground thyme, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder , ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Generously rub on the chicken breasts.
Place the seasoned chicken into the prepared baking pan. Place the pan in the preheated oven.
Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/73°C.
Remove chicken and let rest 5 minutes to cool. This lets the juices set and chicken will be juicy.
Slice and serve.

Notes

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Storage - Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezer-Friendly - After cooking, the chicken can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. Using a food saver is my favorite way to store anything I put in the freezer to keep away freezer burn.

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