Imagine sinking your teeth into a golden-brown, herb-infused chicken breast so tender and succulent that it makes your taste buds dance with joy! This isn't just another chicken recipe – this is a foolproof method that transforms ordinary poultry into a restaurant-quality masterpiece right in your own kitchen. Whether you're a cooking novice or a seasoned home chef, our Roasted Bone-In Chicken Breasts will revolutionize your dinner game and have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rosemary, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the center of the oven for even cooking.
- Remove chicken breasts from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature, which helps ensure even cooking.
- Pat chicken breasts dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve crispy, golden-brown skin.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle chopped rosemary, salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts, gently massaging the seasonings into the skin.
- Place chicken breasts skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet or in a roasting pan, ensuring they are not touching each other for proper air circulation.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer at the thickest part.
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender meat.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional fresh rosemary sprigs.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always let your chicken sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution.
- Moisture Management: Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning. This crucial step guarantees crispy, golden skin that's irresistibly crunchy.
- Season Generously: Don't be shy with your herbs and seasonings. Massaging the olive oil and rosemary into the skin helps develop deeper flavor profiles.
- Invest in a Meat Thermometer: The secret to perfectly cooked chicken is hitting that precise 165°F internal temperature – no guesswork required!
- Resting Matters: Always let your chicken rest for 10 minutes after cooking. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring each bite is incredibly moist and tender.
- Spacing is Important: Arrange chicken breasts with some space between them on the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 341kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 140mg
