Baked Chicken Breasts
Amy Duska
Juicy, tender chicken breast cook in under 30 minutes and are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner and meal prepping
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 161 kcal
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teapsoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teapsoon garlic powder
Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Remove any excess fat from the chicken breast using a sharp knife.
Place the meat between two pieces of plastic wrap and use a rolling pin to pound the meat until it has an even thickness from one side to the other.
Rub the outside of the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Lay them into a baking dish or on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature of the meat is 165°F (74°C). If it's not up to temperature after 20 minutes, allow it to cook for 5 more minutes and test again.
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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