Oven-Baked Chicken Breast

Juicy boneless chicken breasts are coated with olive oil and a balanced blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then baked until tender and safely cooked.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 22 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Oven

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet or baking dish with foil or parchment for easier cleanup. (about 5 min) — 425°F
2. If the chicken breasts are unevenly thick, place them between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound the thickest parts to about 1 inch thick. Pat dry with paper towels. (about 5 min)
3. In a small bowl, stir together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then coat all sides evenly with the seasoning mixture. (about 3 min)
4. Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the prepared pan. Bake until the thickest part reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 18 to 25 minutes depending on thickness. (about 22 min) — 425°F
5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. (about 5 min)