This is a no-fail, oven-baked chicken breast recipe it is a juicy oven-baked chicken breast that is incredibly easy to make and is made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. it only takes a few minutes of prep and makes the juiciest oven-baked chicken breast recipe. You are going to love this recipe!
Oven-baked chicken breast is so versatile; serve them with veggies, slice it for sandwiches and salads, or add it to pasta dishes. With these tips for locking in moisture and flavor, you’ll be saying goodbye to dry, bland chicken forever!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Always Juicy: Cooking techniques keep chicken moist and tender.
- Quick & Fuss Free: Minimal ingredients and just minutes of hands-on time.
- Versatile: Pairs with nearly every side or use as meal prep for the week.
- Customizable: Easily change up seasonings and spices for endless flavor options.
Oven-Baked Chicken Video Tutorial
Key Ingredients
- Chicken Breast- this recipe calls for boneless skinless chicken breast. Be sure to cut off any tendons or pieces of fat.
- Butter- this should be salted butter. You can also use a combination of butter and olive oil or avocado oil.
- Minced Garlic- Fresh minced garlic is best but you can also use the Jarred minced garlic too.
- Seasonings- Paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
How To Make Tender and Juicy Chicken Breasts
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Flatten The Chicken: place chicken between two slices of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use the flat side of a meat tenderizer (or glass jar) and pound the thickest part of the breast so the chicken is an even thickness. You want your chicken to be about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
- Prepare the Pan: Spray a 9 by 13″ baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken breasts in the dish.
- Add the Garlic Butter: Mix melted butter and garlic in a small bowl, Drizzle over both sides of the chicken
- Season: Combine the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over both sides of the chicken.
- Bake the chicken in the oven for 20-30 minutes or until the internal tempreture is 165 degrees Fahrenheit. (It is the safe internal temperature for both the white meat and dark chicken meat.)
- Rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon the butter and chicken juice on the meat. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice against the grain before serving.
Tips for No-Fail Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast
- Even Thickness: Pound chciekn breasts so they cook evenly (prevents dry ends).
- Don’t Overbake: Check internal tempreture early; remove the chicken from the oven at 165 degrees F.
- Let it Rest: Wait 5 minutes before slicing to keep juices inside.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: Guarantees perfect doneness every time.
- Season Generously: Coat both sides with oil and spice blend mor max flavor.
- Slice: Cut your chicken against the grain with a sharp knife. This creates a beautifully sliced chicken breast and makes it easy to chew.
No matter what kind of meat you use or how large the cut of meat is, use an instant-read thermometer to read the internal temperature of the chicken. It should be 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer and to get into the thickest part of the meat or, for bone-in chicken, the thickest part near the bone. Once the thermometer comes to 160 to 165 degrees, you know it’s time to remove it from the Heat and tent it. Here is a guide to help you based on the size of your meat.
5-6 ounce breasts: 13-16 minutes
8-ounce breasts: 16-19 minutes
11-12 ounce breasts: 22-26 minute
This is a very versatile seasoning blend, and you probably already have the ingredients in your pantry. It works great with boneless chicken breast, bone-in chicken, chicken thighs, or even whole chicken. Just remember to adjust your time based on how large your chicken cut is and if it is a bone-in piece of chicken.
We played around with the cooking time and the temperature on chicken breasts and decided to keep it somewhere in the 350-375-degree range. This will help your chicken breast cook evenly and still keep it tender.
Keep in mind that the time needed to cook your chicken breast will depend on the size of your chicken breast and also how thick it is. Here’s a guide to help you get the juiciest and tender chicken breast.
350 Degrees: 30-35 minutes
375 degrees: 25-30 minutes
400 degrees: 22-25 minutes
425 degrees: 18-22 minutes
No matter what kind of meat you use or how large the cut of meat, use an instant-read thermometer to read the internal temperature of the chicken. It should be 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer to get into the thickest part of the meat or, for bone-in chicken, the thickest part near the bone. Once the thermometer reaches 160 to 165 degrees, you know it’s time to remove it from the Heat and tent it. Here is a guy to help you based on the size of your meat.
5-6 ounce breasts: 13-16 minutes
8-ounce breasts: 16-19 minutes
11-12 ounce breasts: 22-26 minute
What to Make with Chicken Breasts
- This chicken works great for meal prep- just throw in some of your favorite veggies and rice and wa-lah, you have more meals ready for the week.
- Chicken Enchiladas- you can make enchiladas with rotisserie chicken or just use this oven-baked chicken recipe.
- French Bread Pizza- Mix this chicken in some Alfredo Sauce or homemade buffalo sauce, instant pizza topping.
- BBQ Taquitos are a great way to use up this chicken too.
- Chicken Noodle Soup- This soup only takes about 30 minutes to throw together, even quicker when using leftover chicken.
- Chicken Spaghetti- This recipe works great with leftover chicken breast. It’s a great weekday family dinner idea.
Easy Recipe Variations
- Lemon Herb: Add fresh lemon zest and thyme or basil before baking.
- Spicy: Rub with smoked paprika, chili powder, or Cajun seasoning.
- Garlic Parmesan: Sprinkle with garlic powder and finish with parmesan before baking.
- BBQ Chicken: Brush with barbecue saue for the past 5 minutes of baking.
- Honey Mustard: Marinate in equal parts hoeny and Dijon before cooking.
Storing and Reheating
- Storing leftovers: store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat: reheat on a baking sheet in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. You can also reheat a small portion in the microwave, for about 1-2 minutes on high, or until warmed through.
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Simple Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 9" by 13" baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then add the chicken breasts. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and the minced garlic and drizzle it over the chicken, making sure to coat both sides.
- In another small bowl, combine the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix, then sprinkle the seasonings on all sides of the chicken breasts.
- Bake in your preheated oven for 20-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and spoon the cooking juices over the top of the chicken. Let the meat rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Storing leftovers: store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat: reheat on a baking sheet in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. You can also reheat a small portion in the microwave, for about 1-2 minutes on high, or until warmed through.
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This is a no-fail, oven-baked chicken breast recipe it is a juicy oven-baked chicken breast that is incredibly easy to make and is made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. it only takes a few minutes of prep and makes the juiciest oven-baked chicken breast recipe. This is a great recipe the entire family will love.
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Great recipe. Chicken was very tender and moist.
So happy to hear this!
Where id you purchase your meat thermometer? Brand? Thanks, Maxine My email is : maxinemoates@gmail.co.
I just sent you an email with an amazon link! Hope this helps!
I have used this several times and love it!
Can you season a day before leave in fridge and cook next day?
Thank you!
Sure, I don’t see why that wouldn’t work!
This recipe is awesome!! I can never get chicken moist in the oven. I’m excited to try different seasonings next time.
Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
Hooray! I’m so happy to hear this!
This was awesome-I love my recipe but this was over the top delicious. I’ve never used melted butter/minced garlic or paprika but those MAKE this dish!!!
I’m so glad you love it so much! We do too! Yes, the paprika and loads of garlic are so good in this! Thanks for the 5 star review!
Making now,smells gooddddd! Can you do chicken legs for this recipe?
Yes, it’ll work great with chicken legs too!
You bet!! Just adjust the cooking time and check the internal temp to make sure you get it to 165 degrees.
I’ve used this recipe several times. I used it for chicken salad, soup, and chicken Alfredo. It is always so yummy and moist!
Hooray! So glad you love it as much as we do!
This is the best baked chicken I’ve made in a very long time. It will be a regular dish for us. So easy and delicious.
Hooray! I’m so happy to hear this! I’m so glad your family loves it too!
Peny, thank you for letting me know! You made my day!