Description
Achieve restaurant-quality, succulent chicken breasts entirely in your oven. This high-heat roasting method locks in moisture, ensuring a tender texture perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring a savory blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, this protein-packed meal is versatile, healthy, and comes together in just thirty minutes without needing a grill.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure better browning.
Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the chicken breasts thoroughly with olive oil and then coat evenly with the spice blend.
Place the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet.
Roast for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) measured with a digital thermometer.
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Select uniform chicken breasts for even cooking. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure safety without overcooking. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain maximum juices.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Chicken Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 125mg