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Sliced oven roasted chicken breastrecipes boneless with a golden, crispy crust, garnished with fresh parsley.

Oven Roasted Chicken Breast

Discover the secret to juicy, oven-roasted boneless chicken breasts with this data-backed guide. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or healthy eating—never suffer dry chicken again.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 164
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
  • Lukewarm water for brining
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp dried rosemary
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Brine chicken breasts in lukewarm water mixed with kosher salt for 20-30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry.
  3. Mix all spices together in a bowl to create a seasoning blend.
  4. Rub chicken with olive oil and coat evenly with the seasoning blend.
  5. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Broil on HIGH for the last 3-4 minutes for a crispy finish.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use an instant-read thermometer and don’t skip the brining step. Adjust spice blend based on taste preferences.