Today, I’m going to show you a recipe everyone should know how to make, juicy, tender, and full-of-flavor baked chicken breasts. If your chicken often turns out dry or boring, this easy recipe will help.

All you need to do is mix a simple seasoning, rub it on the chicken, and bake it for the right amount of time. I’ll also share a few simple tips so your baked chicken turns out perfect every time. It’s great for quick meals, lunch, or dinner.

Prep Time: 10 mins	Cook Time: 20 mins	Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4	Piece: 4 boneless	Jump to Recipe

A JUICY Baked Chicken Breast!

If you want tender, juicy chicken every time, this baked chicken recipe is perfect. With simple seasoning and the right oven temperature, the chicken stays moist inside and lightly golden outside. It’s great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

The Chicken Breast Seasoning

Here’s a simple seasoning mix that adds flavor without being too heavy:

1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano or thyme

Mix these spices together and rub them all over the chicken. The seasoning brings out the natural chicken flavor and helps make a tasty crust.

How To Bake Chicken Breasts

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place chicken in a baking dish.
Brush both sides with olive oil or melted butter.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly.
Bake for 18–22 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink.
Let it rest for 5 minutes before cutting.

This method is easy and works every time, even if you’re new to cooking.

How long to cook chicken breast

The time depends on how thick your chicken is:

Thin breasts: 18–20 minutes
Thicker pieces: up to 22 minutes
The chicken is done when it reaches 165°F (75°C) inside.

If you have a meat thermometer, that’s the best way to check doneness. If not, cut into the thickest part — it should be white all the way through.

How To Store Baked Chicken Breasts

After cooking, let the chicken cool a bit, then:

Refrigerator: Place in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Wrap well and freeze for up to 2 months.

Ways To Use Baked Chicken Breasts

Once your chicken is baked, you can eat it many ways:

Slice it over salad
Shred it for tacos or wraps
Add to pasta or rice bowls
Serve with vegetables or potatoes
Use in sandwiches

It’s simple and fits many meals.

Baked Chicken Breast Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need, all easy and common:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Seasoning (salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, herbs)

You don’t need any fancy ingredients to make this tasty baked chicken. Just mix the seasoning and let the oven do the work.

Baked Chicken Breasts Recipe

Emily Hartwell

This baked chicken breast recipe is simple, reliable, and perfect for everyday meals. The chicken stays juicy inside with a lightly seasoned, golden outside. No complicated steps, no special ingredients, just an easy oven-baked method that works every time.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine American, European, western

Servings 4 people

Calories 227 kcal

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano or thyme optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line a tray with baking paper.
Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts between plastic wrap or parchment paper. Gently pound them so they are an even thickness. This helps them cook evenly and stay tender.
Season: Place the chicken in the baking dish. Brush both sides with olive oil or melted butter. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and herbs. Sprinkle the seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 18–22 minutes, depending on thickness. The chicken is done when the center is no longer pink and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Rest before serving: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. This keeps the meat juicy.
Serve: Serve warm with rice, salad, roasted vegetables, or potatoes.

Notes

Tips for Juicy Chicken

Always pound the chicken to an even thickness
Do not overbake—check early if breasts are small
Let the chicken rest before slicing

Easy Variations

Spicy: Add chili powder or cayenne pepper
Lemon Herb: Add lemon juice and extra herbs
Garlic Butter: Use butter and fresh minced garlic

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months