This baked chicken breast recipe is seasoned simply and cooked until tender and juicy. It’s an easy, reliable meal made with just a few basic ingredients.
1 (5 to 6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
Categories
Main Dish
Cuisine
American
Steps
Heat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and rub it evenly over both sides. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken, coating both sides.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove from the oven and cover loosely with foil. Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 242 kcal
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Protein: 39 g
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 124 mg
Sodium: 330 mg
Sugar: 0.01 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.4 g
Reviews
Linda Meyer Stevens on 2025-09-22 (5 stars): Can I cook it in air fryer? It's too hot to turn the whole oven on just for me.
Gwen on 2025-08-21 (5 stars): Fast, easy, juicy and delicious! No fuss and into the oven so quickly! A delight when you're tired after a long day.
and because I accidently got carried away with the Smoked Paprika, the fact that I also made your Béchamel Sauce (small batch) for some vegies, worked out positively perfect!
Matter of fact, there was about 3 spoonful's of that beautiful sauce leftover and I just scooped it up and finished the pan. Yum!
Beth Norton on 2025-04-06 (5 stars): So quick, easy and delicious! With my countertop oven and my little quarter sheet pans, this came together so quickly. Don't skip the resting period!! And thanks Joanie!
Sharon on 2025-04-05 (5 stars): Turned out perfectly! I’m making this my easy go-to from now on!
