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Juicy Baked Chicken Breast

Season chicken breasts with garlic powder and paprika, then bake until golden and cooked through. A simple, protein-packed dinner that stays tender and moist every time.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
280
Protein
38g
Juicy Baked Chicken Breast
simplehealthyamericanchickentenderjuicyweeknightmain-dish

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. Step 2

    Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then brush both sides with olive oil.

  3. Step 3

    Mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  4. Step 4

    Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken.

  5. Step 5

    Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake until internal temp reaches 165°F, 15–18 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • meat thermometer
  • small bowl

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