Easy Baked Chicken Breasts

This recipe for juicy baked chicken breasts is the easiest and best way to cook chicken. It requires minimal preparation and is deliciously flavored.

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix all the spices together.

Step 4

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 5

Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.