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Perfectly Juicy Baked Chicken Breast: Your Go-To Baked Chicken Recipe

This recipe delivers perfectly juicy baked chicken breasts every time, seasoned with a sweet and savory blend and cooked to golden perfection. It's an easy and reliable method for tender, flavorful chicken that's ideal for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 breasts chicken breasts 150 - 180g / 5 - 6 oz each (Note 1)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme or other herb of choice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • Finely chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Rolling Pin or Meat Mallet
  • Baking Tray
  • Foil
  • Parchment Paper
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Serving Plates

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F/220°C (200°C fan).
  2. Pound chicken breasts to an even 1.5cm (0.6″) thickness for consistent cooking and tenderness.
  3. Combine the brown sugar, paprika, dried oregano or thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create your seasoning mix.
  4. Line a baking tray with foil and parchment paper. Place chicken breasts upside down, drizzle with about 1 tsp olive oil, rub it over, and sprinkle generously with the seasoning.
  5. Flip the chicken, then repeat the process: drizzle with another 1 tsp olive oil, rub, and sprinkle with the remaining seasoning, ensuring even coverage.
  6. Bake for 18 minutes, or until the surface is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C with a meat thermometer.
  7. Remove from the oven and immediately transfer the cooked chicken breasts to serving plates.
  8. Allow the chicken to rest for 3–5 minutes before serving, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Pounding the chicken to an even thickness ensures consistent cooking and tenderness. Always allow the chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes after baking to keep it juicy.