{"id":2705,"date":"2025-03-15T08:15:32","date_gmt":"2025-03-15T08:15:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movewithnicole.com.au\/blog\/how-to-bake-a-delicious-chicken-breast-recipe.html"},"modified":"2025-03-15T08:15:32","modified_gmt":"2025-03-15T08:15:32","slug":"how-to-bake-a-delicious-chicken-breast-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/health\/how-to-bake-a-delicious-chicken-breast-recipe.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Bake a Delicious Chicken Breast Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even if you\u2019re a total beginner in the kitchen, you can master how to bake chicken breasts.<\/p>\n

And after you do, you\u2019ll be able to master hundreds of healthy recipes, from salads to soups to sandwiches to dinner any night of the week in less than a half-hour.<\/p>\n

There are lots of ways to make great baked chicken breasts, but this simple, no-fuss method is a great place to start.<\/p>\n

(Bonus:<\/strong> Here are 30\u00a0baked chicken breast recipes to inspire you!)<\/p>\n

How to Bake Chicken Breasts<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Purchase boneless, evenly sized chicken breasts<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sometimes chicken from the butcher\u2019s counter may still have the tenders attached (that\u2019s the thin strip of meat that runs along the underside of the breast, making one side much thicker than the other).<\/p>\n

Remove these with a knife and save them for another meal. I like to freeze them, and when I have enough, I make these Almond Crusted Chicken Fingers.<\/p>\n

2. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While the oven is heating up, pat each chicken breast dry with a paper towel.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t wash your chicken breasts in the sink \u2014 you can easily spread germs to dishes, utensils, and other surfaces of your kitchen.<\/p>\n

And make sure you wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw poultry, as well as any cutting boards, knives, etc., that it came in contact with.<\/p>\n

3. Place chicken breast in an ovenproof baking dish<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Drizzle each chicken breast with about a teaspoon of olive oil. You can also squeeze a lemon or lime over the meat to give it\u00a0a little extra moisture as it\u00a0cooks.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

4. Season with salt and pepper and any herbs and spices<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Chicken breast meat has a reputation for being flavorless, but it tastes wonderful when properly seasoned.<\/p>\n

Try a pinch of dried rosemary or thyme, paprika, or a spice rub like this taco seasoning.<\/p>\n

5. Put the baking dish in the oven and cook for about 15\u201320 minutes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It doesn\u2019t take long to bake chicken breasts, but you\u2019ll find that thicker pieces of chicken will require more cooking time.<\/p>\n

Check the meat after 15 minutes. Pierce the meat with a toothpick or the tip of a knife.<\/p>\n

If the juices that run out of it are clear, it\u2019s done. If the juice runs pinkish or red, pop the chicken back into the oven for a few more minutes.<\/p>\n

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends cooking raw poultry to the internal temperature of 165 degrees F.<\/p>\n

If you want to be doubly sure your chicken is cooked correctly, you can use a food thermometer.<\/p>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

6. Remove chicken breast from the baking dish and let it rest<\/strong><\/h3>\n

By doing this for a few minutes before you serve the chicken, it allows the juices to settle back into the meat.<\/p>\n

(Remember: Make sure you don\u2019t use the same cutting board or dish that you used for the raw chicken breast!)<\/p>\n

If you plan to cook more than two chicken breasts, just use a larger baking dish, and leave plenty of space around each piece of meat.<\/p>\n

You do not need to increase the cooking time.<\/p>\n

\t\t\"Baked<\/p>\n

Baked Chicken Breast<\/h2>\n

For perfect baked chicken breasts, follow this recipe to learn how to bake chicken in the oven that succulent and delicious.<\/p>\n

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      Place chicken in ovenproof baking dish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Drizzle chicken breast with oil. Season with salt and pepper if desired.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle and juices run clear.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      • Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breast.<\/li>\n
      • You can also season chicken with lemon or lime juice and dry herbs like rosemary and thyme.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Nutrition Facts<\/p>\n

        Baked Chicken Breast<\/p>\n

        \n\t\tAmount Per Serving\t\t\t<\/p>\n

        \n\t\tCalories<\/strong> 165<\/span>
        \n\t\t\t\tCalories from Fat 54<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n

        \n\t\t% Daily Value*<\/strong><\/span>\n\t<\/p>\n

        Fat<\/strong> 6g<\/span>9%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Saturated Fat 1g<\/span>6%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Cholesterol<\/strong> 65mg<\/span>22%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Sodium<\/strong> 343mg<\/span>15%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Protein<\/strong> 25g<\/span>50%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.<\/p>\n

        Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>1\u00a0Red1 tsp.<\/p>\n

        2B Mindset Plate It!<\/strong><\/span>Makes a great protein as part of lunch or dinner.<\/p>\n

        Baked Chicken Breast Recipes<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n

        Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Bowl<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        \"Chicken<\/p>\n

        Ingredients:<\/strong>2 cups cooked brown rice, warm1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro3 cups chopped romaine lettuce1 cup cooked black beans, warm1\u00bd cups shredded baked\u00a0chicken breast, warm\u00bd cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup fresh tomato salsa\u00bd medium avocado, sliced4 Tbsp. low-fat plain yogurt<\/p>\n

        Find out how to make the Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Bowl.<\/p>\n

        Greek Chicken Pita<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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        Ingredients:<\/strong>1 (6\u00bd-inch) whole wheat pita, cut in half to make pockets3 oz. baked\u00a0chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes\u00bc medium tomato, chopped\u00bc cup chopped cucumber1 Tbsp. chopped red onion (optional)\u00bc tsp. dried oregano1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice\u00bc cup shredded romaine lettuce2 Tbsp. crumbled feta cheese (about \u00bd oz.)<\/p>\n

        Find out how to make the Greek Chicken Pita recipe.<\/p>\n

        Sweet Potato Skins with Chicken and Spinach<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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        Ingredients:<\/strong>4 baked medium sweet potatoes, cut in half1 tsp. olive oil\u00bd tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)4 oz. shredded baked chicken breast, boneless, skinless1 tsp. all-natural taco seasoning, no salt added1 cup steamed spinach\u00bd cup reduced-fat (2%) plain Greek yogurt\u00bc cup chopped fresh cilantro<\/p>\n

        Find out how to make the Sweet Potato Skins with Chicken and Spinach recipe.<\/p>\n

        \"How<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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