Juicy Baked Chicken Breast (Easy & Quick, 15–18 Minutes)
Juicy baked chicken breast made easy. This quick, no-fuss recipe delivers tender, perfectly cooked chicken in 15–18 minutes using simple ingredients and a reliable method you can use again and again.
Servings :4 servings
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking tray or oven-safe dish
- - Meat thermometer (optional)
- - Paper towels
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
- 4-6 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper
- Optional: chicken spice blend
- fresh parsley, for garnish
- lemon slices, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry and place on lined baking sheet or oven-safe dish.
- Rub with olive oil and season both sides.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
- Pound or butterfly thick chicken breasts for more even, faster cooking.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Great for meal prep — store in the fridge and use throughout the week.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze whole or sliced portions in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Reheat gently from thawed in the microwave or in a covered skillet over low heat to prevent drying out.
- Chicken is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) in the thickest part.
Nutrition
Serving: 1personCalories: 320kcalProtein: 48gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 262mgPotassium: 836mgVitamin A: 68IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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