# Baked Chicken Breast

This recipe shows how to make juicy and tender baked chicken breasts with a flavorful dry rub.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 4 chicken breasts

## Instructions

1. Let the chicken come to room temperature for about 15 minutes.
2. Make the seasoning mix by combining kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, and fresh cracked black pepper. Stir to mix.
3. Lightly coat the chicken breasts with olive oil or avocado oil and rub it in on both sides.
4. Sprinkle the seasoning mix all over the chicken breasts and rub it in with your hands.
5. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
6. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in an oven-safe baking dish.
7. Bake the chicken for 18-25 minutes, depending on the size of the breasts. Flip halfway through.
8. Check the internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer. Chicken should be cooked to 165°F (74°C).
9. Remove from the oven and let rest. Serve with side dishes.

## Equipment

- oven
- baking dish
- instant read thermometer
- meat tenderizer

## Source

- Original video: https://youtu.be/1TlVgW-pM5g?si=LlYIfdZG_52i-6zo
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/248721ea-f38d-41e1-860c-a4fee5d54714
- Extracted: 2025-03-17

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