Description
Juicy and flavorful oven-roasted chicken breasts seasoned to perfection with a blend of herbs and spices. This easy and delicious recipe results in tender, succulent chicken every time.
Ingredients
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For The Chicken Breasts
- 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups lukewarm water
- 1/4 cup salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For The Chicken Seasoning Blend
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/6 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 425˚F.
- Brine: Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl and set aside. In a large measuring cup or a mixing bowl, combine lukewarm water and salt; stir, then pour over chicken breasts. Set aside for 20 to 30 minutes. You can also cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Season the chicken: Pour out the salt water and rinse each chicken breast under cold water; pat them dry with paper towels. Place the chicken in a baking dish and rub the olive oil all over each chicken breast. Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over the chicken breasts on all sides.
- Bake: Transfer to the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Broil: Set your oven to broil on HIGH for the final 3 to 4 minutes and broil the chicken until golden on top.
- Rest: Remove the chicken breasts from the oven and transfer them to a serving plate to rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve.
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Notes
- Chicken Thickness: If your chicken breasts are of different thickness, they may cook at different rates. Consider pounding them to an even thickness before cooking for more uniform results.
- Seasoning: A good seasoning blend can make a significant difference in flavor. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices.
- Temperature Check: Use a meat thermometer to check the doneness of your chicken. It should read 165°F when inserted into the thickest part of the breast.
- Resting: Allow your chicken to rest for several minutes after it comes out of the oven. This helps the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, keeping it juicy and flavorful.
- To store baked chicken, put it in an airtight container or freezer bag and keep it in the fridge for up to four days.
- To reheat, add a bit of butter or water to a pan, cover, and heat it slowly to keep it moist. Don’t overcook, or it’ll dry out.
- You can freeze cooked chicken for 3 to 4 months. Wrap it well in plastic, then foil or a freezer bag. Remove as much air as you can to keep it fresh. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 164 kcal
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Sodium: 7351mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
