Baked Chicken Breasts
Juicy, tender chicken breast cook in under 30 minutes and are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner and meal prepping
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teapsoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teapsoon garlic powder
Instructions
- 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.