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Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

July 1, 2020  Izza Imran Avatar
Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

Ingredients

boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness and brined in saltwater 4
paprika 1/2 teaspoon
freshly-cracked black pepper 1/2 teaspoon
melted butter or olive oil 1 tablespoon
kosher salt 1 teaspoon
garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon

Baked chicken breast is one of the easiest and delicious recipes you would ever try. This recipe will take you to soft, tender, and juicy results.

Baked Chicken Breast

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness and brined in saltwater
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps to follow

1. Brine the chicken

Take a bowl and add some warm water and mix salt in it. Now dip chicken breasts and let set for 15 minutes. Now remove breasts and rinse with cold water. Not remove water by the use a paper towel.

2. Heat the oven

Preheat oven @ 450F

3. Season the chicken

Place chicken breasts on a baking dish and brush both sides with butter. Take another bowl and whisk the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Now coat both sides of chicken with this.

4. Bake

Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.

5. Serve

Now remove breasts from the baking pan and shift on to a clean plate. Relish with a soft drink.

Baked Chicken Breasts

FAQs

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How long does it take to bake a chicken breast at 400?

Bake chicken breasts in the 400°F oven, uncovered, 15 to 20 minutes, or until no longer pink. Let chicken stand for 30 minutes to cool. Individually wrap chicken breasts in waxed paper or parchment.

Do you cover chicken when baking?

You never have to worry about covering chicken while baking, as it’s fine to bake it uncovered, and once your chicken is in the oven, it’s hands-free until you need to check the temperature. So you can whip up a no-cook appetizer, side dish, or dessert if you’re feeling ambitious.

How do you keep chicken moist when baking?

Cook at a lower heat for longer to keep the chicken breast tender and juicy. Bake just until internal temperature reaches about 160º F, then let sit under foil to cook to a safe internal temp. Line pan or baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Olive oil keeps chicken moist and adds extra flavor.

How do you keep chicken moist when baking?

How Do You Keep Chicken Moist When Baking

Cook at a lower heat for longer to keep the chicken breast tender and juicy. Bake just until internal temp reaches about 160º F, then let sit under foil to cook to a safe internal temp. Line pan or baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Olive oil keeps chicken moist and adds extra flavor.

Servings

4

Calories in serving

166

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min


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One Comment

  • I made some baked chicken breasts today for dinner. I used your recipe. I wanted to come back and say that they turned out great! We had them with a side of homemade mashed potatoes and steamed green beans. It was a simple yet satisfying dinner. I will be saving this chicken recipe to use again.

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Easy