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Baked Bone In Chicken Breast (or Boneless)

Anna Smith
This guide will teach you How To Bake Chicken Breasts that are perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy every time. It includes everything you need to know about making oven-baked chicken breasts, including seasoning options, expert tips, and even sides.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 163 kcal

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless or bone-in***
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a small bowl combine the salt and spices with oil to create a paste. Coat chicken breasts with the paste.
  • Place the chicken in a small baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through and no longer pink. The internal temperature should reach 165-degrees.
  • *** Bone-in chicken breasts will take longer to cook through. Add 5 minutes to the baking time and check for doneness.

Notes

To Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Cooked chicken can also be frozen in a freezer-safe resealable bag for up to 4 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in a baking dish with chicken broth at 375ºF until the chicken is heated through.
Nutrition:
Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 713mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg