Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from oven and brush melted butter over the chicken. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken with herbs and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Ensure the chicken is not overcooked to maintain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg