Description
Baked chicken is the ultimate comfort dish, delivering juicy, tender meat enveloped in a crispy golden crust. This easy-to-follow recipe melds aromatic herbs and spices for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, serve it alongside your favorite sides for a meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and arrange them in the prepared baking dish. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, honey, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before serving to lock in juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg