Juicy and tasty chicken breasts don’t have to be hard to make. With this recipe, you will learn how easy it is to make moist and delicious chicken that is caramelized on the outside while staying juicy on the inside!
Ingredients For Oven Baked Chicken Breasts
- Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- Avocado oil
- Brown sugar
- Paprika
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Mustard powder
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
How To Make Easy Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Combine the spices, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the chicken breasts upside down and rub them with one tbsp of avocado oil. Sprinkle half the spice mixture over them.
- Turn the breasts right side up and rub them with one tbsp of oil. Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture evenly over them.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 F (75 C). Serve immediately.
Can This Recipe Be Made Ahead Of Time?
You can season the chicken breasts and keep them in the fridge until you are ready to bake and serve them.
How Should Leftovers Be Stored And Reheated?
Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, and you can reheat them in the microwave or oven. It is recommended to add a splash of water to the container before reheating them to keep them moist.
Easy Oven Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Baking sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 thin cut chicken breasts or thin-pounded regular chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 ½ tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Combine the spices, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the chicken breasts upside down and rub them with one tbsp avocado oil. Sprinkle half the spice mixture over them.
- Turn the breasts right side up and rub them with the remaining tbsp of oil. Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture evenly over them.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 F (75 C). Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions about Oven Baked Chicken Breast
1. What If I Don’t Have A Meat Thermometer? How Do I Know When The Chicken Is Done?
Make a small cut on the thickest part of the breast. The juices must run clear and not pink. Also, look for a golden crust on the outside.
2. Can I Use Different Spices Than Those Listed?
Yes! You can use your favorite spices or the ones you have on hand.
3. What Can I Do If I Don’t Have A Rolling Pin Or Meat Mallet To Flatten The Chicken?
You can either buy thin-sliced chicken breasts or pound them using a heavy skillet or glass bottle. Be sure to place them between two pieces of parchment paper before pounding them thin.
4. Is It Necessary To Line The Baking Sheet?
It is not necessary, but it will make cleanup easier, prevent the chicken from sticking, and the sugar from burning on top of the baking sheet.
5. What Should I Do If I Only Have Large Chicken Breasts?
You can slice them in half horizontally (butterfly cut) to make them thinner instead of pounding them.
6. What Sides Pair Well With This Chicken?
These chicken breasts pair well with garlic butter rice, steamed veggies, or a simple salad.