Easy Baked Chicken Breast

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This Easy Baked Chicken Breast recipe is a simple and flavorful way to get juicy, perfectly roasted chicken in just 30 minutes. With a quick rub of olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, the chicken breasts roast to golden perfection in the oven. Just bake, rest, and enjoy!

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Prepare chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Season chicken: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.

Step 4

Roast: Place chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Step 5

Rest: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor: Add 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder to the seasoning mixture.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning for some heat.
Lemon-Herb: Add the zest of one lemon and a sprig of fresh thyme to the baking sheet while roasting.
Make it a meal: Serve with roasted vegetables, a side salad, or your favorite grain.

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