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Baked Chicken Breast

Juicy Baked Chicken Breast: Your New Family Favorite Recipe

This Baked Chicken Breast recipe delivers juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken with a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Use for tender and easy preparation
For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup Olive Oil Provides moisture; substitute with melted butter if desired
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adds sweetness; can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh; vinegar is a good alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Rosemary Herbal note; fresh herbs are a great substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and thyme or rosemary.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, honey, and lemon juice until well-combined.
  3. Coat each chicken breast generously with the marinade and let sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serve drizzled with remaining marinade.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 36gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 330mgSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for maximum flavor. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.

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