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Baked Chicken Breast

My go-to for the juiciest, most flavorful chicken breasts.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Rest5 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked chicken breast
Servings: 4
Calories: 217kcal
Author: briand23

Equipment

  • oven

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tbs olive oil extra virgin
  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp sea salt coarse
  • 4 lemon slices very thin

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450
  • Pour the oil into a baking dish, and place the chicken breasts on top.
  • Optional, but highly recommended: add a small pat of Earth Balance Soy Free Buttery Spread on each breast, and add sliced lemon to the pan surrounding the chicken breasts.
  • Bake chicken uncovered for about 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the chicken. (Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165 with a meat thermometer.)
  • Allow the chicken breasts to rest for 5 minutes prior to serving.
  • Spoon some of the pan drippings over each breast just prior to serving.
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days.