Description
Savor the flavor of these Baked Chicken Breasts, featuring boneless skinless chicken coated in a delightful blend of spices and butter. This recipe is perfect for a quick, healthy dinner that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- If your chicken breasts are pre-brined, skip to step 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of lukewarm water and 1/4 cup kosher salt. Stir until most of the salt is dissolved, then add 2 cups of cold water or ice cubes. Add chicken breasts and brine for 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 6 hours. Rinse and dry the chicken afterward.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer in a baking dish. Brush melted butter or olive oil on both sides. In a separate bowl, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, then sprinkle on both sides of the chicken.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. For a golden brown finish, broil on high for the last 3-5 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- After baking, transfer chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Brining the chicken helps keep it moist and flavorful. Make sure to rinse off the brine before cooking.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through without overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 231
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 625mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 89mg