Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that the chicken cooks evenly.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help them brown nicely in the oven.
- 3
Make the Marinade
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, and lemon juice. This mixture will serve as a marinade and seasoning for the chicken.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and make sure each breast is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
Baking
- 5
Arrange in Baking Dish
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place them in a single layer in a greased baking dish. Discard any leftover marinade.
- 6
Bake the Chicken
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
- 7
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, making the chicken more tender.
- 8
Serve
Slice the chicken breasts and serve warm. Pair with your favorite sides such as vegetables or rice.