Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Juicy, herb-scented oven baked chicken breast that’s easy for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin is fine)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about half a lemon)
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary (or a mix)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and position a rack in the center.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Place chicken breasts in a bowl or resealable bag, then pour the marinade over the chicken and turn to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer in a shallow baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep the chicken juicy.
Notes
Let the chicken rest after cooking to redistribute juices and keep it tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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