EASY BAKED CHICKEN BREAST WITH SAUCE
This is the most popular chicken breast recipe I have ever published. It features a JUICY Oven Baked Chicken Breast, enhanced with a simple yet magical seasoning, and baked to perfection until caramelized. It is straightforward, quick, and exceptionally delicious! This recipe is a favorite among readers, alongside Honey Garlic Chicken, the remarkable Parmesan Crusted Chicken, and crispy Garlic Chicken.
This recipe has been included in my debut cookbook "Dinner" due to popular demand!
This recipe has been included in my debut cookbook "Dinner" due to popular demand!
A JUICY Baked Chicken Breast!
While I maintain that dark meat surpasses white meat in flavor and juiciness, lean chicken breast remains a staple in my grocery cart week after week.
Today, I am excited to share my method for preparing Oven Baked Chicken Breast. We can never have too many excellent quick chicken breast recipes!
As straightforward as it may seem, if you simply place a seasoned breast in the oven without proper attention, you risk ending up with dry chicken, desperately dousing it with excessive ketchup in an attempt to rescue it.
However, it does not have to be this way. Introducing a fantastic, simple, magical chicken seasoning for baked chicken breast:
The Chicken Breast Seasoning
This seasoning is crafted with just brown sugar, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, with brown sugar being the secret ingredient:
It creates more seasoning, allowing you to coat the breast thoroughly and achieve a beautiful crust without overwhelming it with numerous spices that require longer cooking times than chicken breast; and
It ensures juiciness – as the chicken bakes, it releases moisture, resulting in a juiciness that surpasses that of typical baked chicken breast.
How long should chicken breast be cooked?
A medium-sized chicken breast requires 18 to 20 minutes of baking at 220C / 425F. The key to achieving beautiful caramelization and exceptionally juicy chicken is to cook it quickly at a high temperature. No dry chicken breast here!
The seasoning used for this chicken serves as an excellent indicator of when it is perfectly cooked. Essentially, once the chicken's surface is caramelized, it is done inside, so be sure to remove it from the oven!
My final suggestion for an outstanding Baked Chicken Breast is to pound it to an even thickness, using a rolling pin, meat mallet, or even your fist (which can be quite therapeutic). This technique not only ensures even cooking but also tenderizes the meat.
The secret to this baked chicken lies in the simple yet magical seasoning.
This is the most popular recipe for chicken breasts!
This Juicy Oven Baked Chicken Breast is the most favored recipe among all chicken breast dishes I have ever shared.
However, do not just take my word for it. Take a look below at what others have to say!
Consider pairing this dish with Garlic Butter Rice with Kale, as shown in the post. It’s a one-pot carbohydrate and vegetable side, with kale that is simply delicious! Alternatively, you might enjoy a flavored Rice Side such as Tomato Basil Rice or Mushroom Rice.
If you prefer potatoes, you could try this Lemon Potato Salad, a classic creamy Potato Salad, or a lighter No-Mayo Red Potato Salad with Charred Corn and Bacon.
For something refreshing, a Spring Salad or Creamy Cucumber Salad with Lemon Yogurt Dressing would complement the chicken beautifully. Otherwise, simply drizzle steamed greens or a garden salad with Italian Dressing, Balsamic, or French Vinaigrette. – Nagi x
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- Honey Garlic Chicken Breast – Incredibly simple, incredibly tasty!
- Sun Dried Tomato Stuffed Chicken Breast
- Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast – No breadcrumbs required!
- Foolproof Poached Chicken Breast
- Chicken Breast in Creamy Mushroom Sauce
- Chicken Kiev – A nostalgic classic! Breaded and fried chicken breast filled with melting garlic butter …
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Recipe Notes:
1. If your chicken breast is particularly large, for example, 250g / 8oz or more, slice them in half horizontally to create 2 thin steaks and omit the pounding. Ensure they do not exceed 1.5cm / 0.6″ in thickness at the thickest part – if they do, pound them with your fist.
This dish can also be prepared using thigh fillets (boneless, skinless). Adhere to the recipe but cook for 25 minutes for small to medium thighs and 30 minutes for larger ones.
2. Nutritional information per serving, based on 150g/5oz chicken breast.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon smooth and mild Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, adjust to taste
- 2 pounds (1 kg) boneless skinless chicken breasts, (4 large chicken breasts)
- Salt and cracked black pepper, to season
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 sprigs rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, to garnish (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the oil, honey, mustards, garlic, and lemon juice until well combined.
Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish. Generously season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Evenly spoon 3/4 of the honey mustard mixture over the chicken, ensuring it is spread across each breast. Arrange rosemary between the pieces of chicken.
Cover the dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. After this time, spoon the remaining sauce over each breast and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
Broil or grill for 2 minutes on medium-high heat to brown the chicken and caramelize the edges.
Cover with foil and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before serving. Garnish with parsley and serve warm with the pan drippings. Allow to cool. Enjoy the EASY BAKED CHICKEN BREAST WITH SAUCE recipes!!!
In a small bowl, mix together the oil, honey, mustards, garlic, and lemon juice until well combined.
Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish. Generously season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Evenly spoon 3/4 of the honey mustard mixture over the chicken, ensuring it is spread across each breast. Arrange rosemary between the pieces of chicken.
Cover the dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. After this time, spoon the remaining sauce over each breast and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
Broil or grill for 2 minutes on medium-high heat to brown the chicken and caramelize the edges.
Cover with foil and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before serving. Garnish with parsley and serve warm with the pan drippings. Allow to cool. Enjoy the EASY BAKED CHICKEN BREAST WITH SAUCE recipes!!!
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