Imagine coming home after a long day, craving a healthy, delicious meal without the fuss. That's where Failproof Baked Chicken Breasts come in. Forget spending hours in the kitchen or settling for bland, boring chicken. This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken every single time, and it's so quick and easy, even my busiest weeknights feel a little less stressful!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, my mom always made chicken on Sundays. It was a classic comfort meal, but honestly, it was often dry and needed a lot of doctoring with sauces. I wanted to create a baked chicken recipe that was foolproof, so everyone could enjoy tender, flavorful chicken without any of the guesswork. That's how this Failproof Baked Chicken Breasts recipe was born.
Ingredients
- Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6-8 oz each)
- Marinade/Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate: Place chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer for accuracy!
- Rest: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Failproof Baked Chicken Breasts!
Failproof Baked Chicken Breasts
A quick and easy recipe for juicy, flavorful baked chicken breasts that are perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer for accuracy!
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Failproof Baked Chicken Breasts!