Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper or your favorite seasoning blend
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a lightly greased baking dish in a single layer.
- Cover the dish with parchment paper, sealing the edges tightly to retain moisture.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the thickest part reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing or chopping.
Last Step:
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For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the olive oil and seasonings for 30 minutes before cooking.
Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness every time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg