Are you tired of dry, bland chicken that resembles shoe leather? Get ready to revolutionize your dinner game with the most foolproof, mouth-watering chicken breast recipe that will have your family begging for seconds! This American-style recipe is so simple and delicious, you'll wonder why you ever struggled with chicken before. In just 35 minutes, you'll transform ordinary chicken breasts into a golden, perfectly seasoned masterpiece that's crispy on the outside and incredibly tender on the inside.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a large baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels. This helps achieve a better golden-brown exterior and ensures even seasoning adherence.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a uniform seasoning blend.
- Brush or rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast, ensuring complete and consistent coverage.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other to allow proper heat circulation.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5-7 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender meat.
- Slice against the grain and serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Tips
- • Always pat your chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning - this is the secret to achieving that gorgeous golden-brown exterior. • Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness. 165°F (74°C) is the magic temperature for safe, juicy chicken. • Let the chicken rest after cooking - this crucial step allows the juices to redistribute, guaranteeing maximum moisture. • For even cooking, try to select chicken breasts that are similar in size and thickness. • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give each piece space for proper heat circulation. • Experiment with the seasoning blend by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor complexity.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 26g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 85mg
